31/03/2012

Protect your computer for free

Prevention is better than cure.
         It is better to practice following steps for better computer experience.
  • protect my pcProtect your system with your favourite choice computer protection software  (Antivirus and Anti spyware).(Never use a pirated one because it is vulnerable to remote attacks, instead use free tools such as Avast Free ,Avira Free, AVG free, Microsoft Security essential, Malwarebyte free).
  • Do scheduled full systems scan on regular intervals; at least once in a month!Ensure that your antivirus protection is efficient.
  • Always update Antivirus/antispyware daily
  • Update OS regularly.
  • Install the latest Drivers regularly.Update computer driver for free because your manufacture provide it as free. So no need to worry!
  • If you are a regular visitor use Internet Security software( which include fire wall, browser guard,anti phishing,rootkit scanner,sand box etc) instead Antivirus
                                                                 Or
  • Install free antivirus ( avira, avast, avg free, panda, microsoft security essential )+ Free Firewall such as Comodo Fire wall, Zone Alarm Firewall, PC tools Fire wall etc. + Antispyware such as Malwarebyte free, Super Antispyware free etc.(spyware removal is also essential as virus removal.
  • Never double click to open pen drives.
  • Always use updated web browser (Google chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Inter net explorer,Opera browser)
  • Use web browser plug ins (guards/ant phishing filters) such as Mcafee Sit adviser, WOT (web of trust) etc.
  • Regularly run defragmenting software such as Smart defragmenter, Defraggler etc. Use the Automatic option for better performance.
  • Regularly clean junk files and registry (registry cleaner) with software such as Iobit Advanced System Care free ( all in one software with 40+ tools including registry cleaner, registry defragmenter, undelete file, file shredder, service optimizer), CC cleaner, Glary utilities etc.
  • Use Sandbox technology in your antivirus whenever visiting any suspicious site such as crack site, porn site, gambling site etc. (It is better avoid these site.)
  • Backup important files regularly.Backgup computer files always help. You can use online backup tools free or paid and offline backup using backup tools
  • Create system restore Disc.
  • Use pc power management plans wisely.
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