Keep Your Operating System Up to Date
Still using Windows 98? That may be why your computer is acting funny. By keeping your operating system up to date, you can deal with two problems. First of all, you'll find that your anti-virus software is more compatible when you keep your OS updated. This means that you won't be experiencing system crashes and errors whenever the software tries to update. Secondly, you can more easily tell the difference between a real virus or hacking attempt, versus the issue of just plain having an outdated operating system that acts slow, isn't compatible with your software, and makes it hard to get work done on your laptop or PC.
Quick Tips:
- Keep your web browser up to date.
- Keep your security updates updated.
- Keep all of your software updated, too.
- See if your online bank offers free anti-virus software to their members.
- Download software from official sources or known third parties (e.g baudham.blogspot.com).
- Bookmark some forums, because most free software doesn't include technical support.
- Keep your protection software up to date.
- Scan for malware weekly.
- Scan your plug-in devices, too.
- If you don't know where an email link takes you, don't click it.
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