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Ensure you have up-to-date Anti-Virus software
The Society strongly recommends that you have up to date Anti-Virus software installed on your PC. The more superior Anti-Virus programs have an Auto Update feature which updates your software to protect you against the latest viruses.
Protecting against Spyware
 Spyware is a general term for hidden programs that invade your privacy. They collect information about you and send it over the Internet without your permission. Sometimes it can hijack your computer and display unwanted advertising pop-ups. Spyware can slow down your computer and internet connection and at worse can pass on security details to criminals. The Society therefore suggests that you run an Anti-Spyware program frequently to remove any threats. Anti-Spyware programs can be downloaded free of charge from the Internet.Protect yourself using a Firewall
Firewalls are programs that protect your computer against unauthorised traffic to and from your computer and block unwanted internet activity. Like Anti-Virus software, Firewalls can be purchased from most computer stores. |