How to protect your computer from viruses



When the virus attacks our computer it becomes our worst nightmare. We can do our simple tasks. Our data and privacy fall under danger. Pc become slow and no works can be done swiftly. There is a proverb"prevention is better than cure". We should prevent the virus from attacking our computer and secure our important data. The prevention measures are:


  • Use Legal software: Don't use pirated software and applications. Because many pirated software got viruses.Otherwise, they are untrusted too. Always try to use genuine software.
  • Use Anti-Virus: We all know about anti-virus. It's very important when you are using Computer. A good anti-virus can protect you from the virus. So use anti-virus technically. Buy an anti-virus with run-time-protection. Update anti-virus regularly. 
  • Turn on system updates: System updates are very important. Always do update your system. They give protection from the possible hole of your PC.
  •  Turn on Firewall: Firewall prevents you PC from unwanted programs and malware. Firewall is very important to protect PC from Trojan, spyware, hacker, worm and other computer threats.
  • Reset CMOS setting: Changing CMOS setting allow PC to low the risk of threats and speed up PC also.
  •  Site browsing and Downloads: Visit trusted sites only and download from trusted sites. Do not download pirated software.
  • Back-Up: Back-up your PC. In case you got affected by the virus it will help you to recover your data.

In my previous post, I have discussed symptoms of virus-infected PCs.

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