laurentio
16th August 2008, 09:32 AM
Step 1: Surf and download more safely - see "the best protection is user education" (http://support.bicester-computers.com/showthread.php?t=17)
The best defence against spyware and other unwanted software is not to download it in the first place. Here are a few helpful tips that can protect you from downloading software you don't want:
•Only download programs from Web sites you trust. If you're not sure whether to trust a program you are considering downloading, ask a knowledgeable friend or enter the name of the program into Google search engine to see if anyone else has reported that it contains spyware.
•Read all security warnings, license agreements, and privacy statements associated with any software you download.
•Never click "Agree" or "OK" to close a pop-up window. Instead, click the red "x" in the corner of the window or press the Alt + F4 buttons on your keyboard to close a window.
•Be wary of popular "free" music and movie file-sharing programs(Kazaa, Morpheus, Azureus, etc), and be sure you clearly understand all of the software packaged with those programs.
Step 2: Use a firewall (just one) or make sure Windows firewall is turned on.
While most spyware and other unwanted software come bundled with other programs or originate from unscrupulous Web sites, a small amount of spyware can actually be placed on your computer remotely by hackers. Installing a firewall or properly using the firewall that's built into Windows XP provides a helpful defence against these hackers.
Step 3: Update your software.
If you use Windows OS (operating system), one way to help prevent spyware and other unwanted software is to make sure all your software is updated. Visit Microsoft Update (http://www.update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate) to confirm that you have Automatic Updates turned on and that you've downloaded all the latest critical security updates and service packs (SP1, SP2, SP3 etc)
Step 4: Adjust Internet Explorer security settings.
You can adjust your Internet Explorer Web browser's security settings to determine how much—or how little—information you are willing to accept from a Web site. Microsoft recommends that you set the security settings for the Internet zone to Medium or higher and remove any unknown software addons.
To view your current Internet Explorer security settings:
1.
In Internet Explorer, click Tools and then click Internet Options.
2.
Select the Security tab.
Step 5: Download and install antispyware protection.
Security tools to help block, detect, and remove unwanted software from your computer are available on our Protection Software (http://support.bicester-computers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=29) resources page.
Note: Bicester Computers is not responsible for the quality, performance, or reliability of third-party tools.
The best defence against spyware and other unwanted software is not to download it in the first place. Here are a few helpful tips that can protect you from downloading software you don't want:
•Only download programs from Web sites you trust. If you're not sure whether to trust a program you are considering downloading, ask a knowledgeable friend or enter the name of the program into Google search engine to see if anyone else has reported that it contains spyware.
•Read all security warnings, license agreements, and privacy statements associated with any software you download.
•Never click "Agree" or "OK" to close a pop-up window. Instead, click the red "x" in the corner of the window or press the Alt + F4 buttons on your keyboard to close a window.
•Be wary of popular "free" music and movie file-sharing programs(Kazaa, Morpheus, Azureus, etc), and be sure you clearly understand all of the software packaged with those programs.
Step 2: Use a firewall (just one) or make sure Windows firewall is turned on.
While most spyware and other unwanted software come bundled with other programs or originate from unscrupulous Web sites, a small amount of spyware can actually be placed on your computer remotely by hackers. Installing a firewall or properly using the firewall that's built into Windows XP provides a helpful defence against these hackers.
Step 3: Update your software.
If you use Windows OS (operating system), one way to help prevent spyware and other unwanted software is to make sure all your software is updated. Visit Microsoft Update (http://www.update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate) to confirm that you have Automatic Updates turned on and that you've downloaded all the latest critical security updates and service packs (SP1, SP2, SP3 etc)
Step 4: Adjust Internet Explorer security settings.
You can adjust your Internet Explorer Web browser's security settings to determine how much—or how little—information you are willing to accept from a Web site. Microsoft recommends that you set the security settings for the Internet zone to Medium or higher and remove any unknown software addons.
To view your current Internet Explorer security settings:
1.
In Internet Explorer, click Tools and then click Internet Options.
2.
Select the Security tab.
Step 5: Download and install antispyware protection.
Security tools to help block, detect, and remove unwanted software from your computer are available on our Protection Software (http://support.bicester-computers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=29) resources page.
Note: Bicester Computers is not responsible for the quality, performance, or reliability of third-party tools.