Most people realize that there are continuing security problems with Microsoft Windows and other programs. However, what most people do not realize how easy it can be significantly improved safety equipment and are less likely to surrender to threats from increasingly sophisticated lurking on the Internet. These measures should be less than two hours to finish and not to clean your wallet.
1) Windows Update - The first and most important step to be taken to ensure that all applications are the latest updates to Microsoft products installed. These updates and patches address vulnerabilities and other security issues. Microsoft typically issues these updates on a monthly basis. Visit the Web site of Microsoft or change your automatic updates from the Windows Control Panel. Even if the "new" material is used, it remains an essential first step. If you buy a used computer with Windows XP, make sure that Service Pack 2 or Service Pack 2 installed.
2) Password - people tend to overlook, but a well thought out password is an important element of its security. The password must contain at least 8 characters with a mixture of text, symbols and numbers. At least it is necessary to ensure that services are most at risk of password login box. These services include banking, credit cards and other financial services such as PayPal, e-mail and other services such as Ebay, that hackers can use to generate profits.
3) Anti-Virus - but it is fair to say that the threat of computer viruses declined over the past two years can cause serious damage. One reason for reduced risk, because computer manufacturers are now more frequent association of anti-virus with new teams. For example, last year my new Dell came with a 90 day trial of McAfee Internet Security Suite. The best solution here is to buy a security suite that includes a firewall and antivirus software, at least. leading brands are products of McAfee and Norton. However, Microsoft recently entered the market with "OneCare" offers a very aggressive pricing.
4) Firewall - if you use a broadband connection, a firewall is a specific obligation of traffic that flows between your computer and the Internet. A firewall monitors incoming Internet traffic passes through the ports of your computer. The best products also control outbound traffic from your computer to the Internet. As above, the best solution here is to buy as part of the Application Firewall security package, that most vendors offer a standard. If the hardware firewall is included as part of a package on the router, it does not need anything more. A company called Zone Labs offers a free product called Zone Alarm firewall to use at least. Windows XP included a free firewall, but the product does not monitor these messages and opinions that do not provide adequate protection.
5) Anti-Spyware Tool - this software is the last part of the basic Internet security services. It helps in the fight against spyware and adware. This is a good combination to offer free and paid versions. Good software: Microsoft Windows Defender, Spybot S & D and Ewido Anti-Malware. Ewido Anti-Malware is often recommended in forums using the computer. Be careful if you decide to purchase a solution. There are many dishonest sellers who need to aggressively push the products they offer little value. Adhere to trust and the names of Webroot Spy Sweeper and Spyware Doctor. These products always come out well in independent tests.