Antivirus Tip: Install specialist anti-autorun software, as many viruses attach themselves to drives and copy to whatever is connected to the system or network.
Antivirus Tip: Disable image and file previews in your e-mails as some attachments allow trojans to activate and infect your system or device.
Antivirus Tip: Save a file of your system’s default settings, so that should you need to restart after clearing a trojan, you have your settings available.
Antivirus Tip: A trojan virus is misleading, as it appears as a helpful program, but actually installs several harmful programs and slows down your system.
Antivirus Tip: To secure your device, always operate under the assumption that you do not have protection.
Antivirus Tip: Some companies offer a physical ‘key’ – resembling a flash drive that must be inserted – as a form of password protection for maximising safety.
Antivirus Tip: When you are unsure if a website is safe, google the address before the time to ensure that clicking on it won’t infect your IT device.
Antivirus Tip: Keep a physical list of people who have access to your devices and those who know your passwords, as a way to keep track of users.
Antivirus Tip: Be careful who you share your personal details with, as criminals use fake password requests to access your accounts.
Antivirus Tip: Where possible, do not post your personal information on social media and the internet, as some viruses can track your personal data.
Antivirus Tip: Be careful when using ‘open’ or free Wi-Fi in a coffee shop or airport lounge. It’s open to anyone, including hackers and viruses.
Antivirus Tip: Keep copies of your important files in at least three different places so that they do not become infected or compromised.
