Security when dealing with the Internet, but also with one's own computer in general, is important in order to know that one's own data and thus one's privacy are secure. By following special tips, the dangers can be reduced, but not completely eliminated. It is also very important that one's own computer is secured against access by third parties. This requires closing all digital windows and doors. Especially in the IT area shows that it is both a curse and a blessing and only through caution the blessing has the upper hand.
1. Updates are important
Only by regularly updating the operating system, the software installed on it and also the browser is safe use possible. The manufacturers adapt the security precautions of the software to the current state of knowledge in order to make it as difficult as possible for hackers and co.
It is also advisable to adjust the settings. Accordingly, cookies should not be allowed for third-party providers and all programs and settings that are not required should be deactivated. It proves to be useful to block advertising directly by a program.
The same applies to the computer in general, that the type and number of programs should be adjusted to the actual needs and possibly uninstallations should be made. If you get stuck, an IT service can be very helpful.
2. Install firewall and virus protection
In most operating systems a firewall and or an antivirus program is provided. In some cases it is necessary to activate the applications. With other manufacturers the activation is already done. These applications should be checked regularly to ensure that they are up to date.
Alternatively, programs with these functions can be used from other providers, which is at the user's own discretion. Every user of a computer should be aware that these applications only provide support for security and are not a substitute for further precautionary measures.
3. Prefer different user accounts and strong passwords
The same rules apply to the malicious programs as to other programs and users. For this reason, it makes sense to create a separate area for each user, i.e. a separate password-protected user account. Even if only one user uses the computer, it is recommended to create user accounts. In principle, the administrator area should be used as seldom as possible, thus preventing viruses and other malware from taking root on the entire device in the event of an incident.
With passwords there are some tricks, which are to be kept, so that this is not hacked or not so fast. Different passwords should be used. If one is cracked all other areas are safe. Codes should not be stored, but only in the head available. Passwords should have at least 8 characters, the longer the better and should consist of all kinds of characters, letters and numbers. The use of normal words is discouraged. If you assemble your own gaming PC, security should be taken into account from the start.
4. E-mail attachments may contain viruses
Attachments to e-mails should only be opened from senders who are known and trusted. There are more and more mails sent from an account of other names. If the sender has a known name, it may be useful to ask the known person if he/she is really the sender if the content is strange.
A look at the e-mail address can also be revealing, as they are often foreign addresses with a confused combination of letters and numbers. The same caution is required when downloading programs. In case of doubt, it is advisable to obtain information about the provider, which can be found in testimonials and the like.
In spite of all precautionary measures, it can happen that viruses paralyze the computer. Therefore, it makes sense to back up all or at least the most important data on another data medium at regular intervals.
Cloud services are ideal for encrypted data, as the data can be stored on them and transferred back to this or another device in encrypted form. It is important that only personal data is restored from the backup copies. Otherwise, it may happen that the malicious program can also get on the newly set up computer with it.
It is always necessary to enter personal data on the Internet. To secure this, the operators of the sites advertise through the encryption and associated with a secure data transmission. Also the router can be encrypted and the access by depositing a long password only for authorized possible.
For both LAN and WLAN use, the wireless network is encrypted. Thus it is not made possible third to intervene into the net and to do mischief in strange name. Some devices support WPA3. However, this does not apply to all devices. In this case, revert to the older variant WPA2.
Security right from the start
Meanwhile, kids can't be introduced to gaming early enough. The area of security must also be of importance and taught to the children. This also applies to the specification of personal data, pictures and much more. It is necessary to keep as much as possible secret.
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