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<blockquote data-quote="LDogg" data-source="post: 754910" data-attributes="member: 72150"><p>I'm hoping these tips are helpful. And in which ways could I add more helpful info within this spoiler.</p><p></p><p>[SPOILER="L Dogg's tips"]</p><p>LDoggs recommended advice.</p><p></p><p>1. Make sure everything is on auto-update. This should include your AV, system utilities & web browser as important focal points.</p><p>This also includes but not limited to Microsoft Office, web browser extension(s)/plugins & more</p><p>2. Use an AV w/ on demand scanners. I would recommend Windows Defender for the normal home user, or if you are not confident enough you could use something stronger such as Kaspersky Free or Sophos Home Free.</p><p>With on demand scanners I would suggest to use Zemana Anti-Malware Free & Emsisoft Emergency Kit.</p><p>3. Make sure your passwords are not easily guessable. Make sure they're strong. Never use the same password for all websites, also 2-Factor Autentication will help make you more secure if in use. You can also use a Password Manager such as Keepass or Lastpass.</p><p>4. Encrypt everything (optional). Use something like Veracrypt if you wish to encrypt data for security purposes. This is to prevent any thief that's stolen your device(s) from gaining access to critical data.</p><p>5. Never ever leave your computer unattended ANYWHERE. Always make sure it's in sight or with you at all times. You never know who might be trying to gain access or steal it.</p><p>6. Always look at the URLs of emails which are sent to you. Websites will never ask for you personal details in emails. Never open emails attachments from recipients you do not know or trust. Always look at the spellings of emails too. Professional companies do not tend to have back punctuation & spelling.</p><p>7. Browsing habits, always look at the URL before you enter a site. If it looks dodgy or something doesn't look right it most likely isn't. eg; paypail.com, instead of paypal.com</p><p>8. Backup is essential to any security setup. Make sure to back up all important & personal data. This can be done weekly or monthly</p><p>9. Be careful when downloading software. Most adblocking extension stop this from adverts.</p><p>10. Never ever use pirate software or download from pirate sites, 9/10 it'll be virus infected.</p><p>11. Never install or download anything you aren't looking for.</p><p>12. Extensions I would recommend for real time protection: Netcraft + Malwarebytes.</p><p>13. Nano Adblocker or uBlock Origin are amazing adblocking extensions.</p><p>14. Always bookmark legitimate sites you frequently use especially banking sites. This helps you to stop falling prey to the fake & rogue sites</p><p>posing as the authentic one.</p><p></p><p>[/SPOILER]</p><p></p><p>~LDogg</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="LDogg, post: 754910, member: 72150"] I'm hoping these tips are helpful. And in which ways could I add more helpful info within this spoiler. [SPOILER="L Dogg's tips"] LDoggs recommended advice. 1. Make sure everything is on auto-update. This should include your AV, system utilities & web browser as important focal points. This also includes but not limited to Microsoft Office, web browser extension(s)/plugins & more 2. Use an AV w/ on demand scanners. I would recommend Windows Defender for the normal home user, or if you are not confident enough you could use something stronger such as Kaspersky Free or Sophos Home Free. With on demand scanners I would suggest to use Zemana Anti-Malware Free & Emsisoft Emergency Kit. 3. Make sure your passwords are not easily guessable. Make sure they're strong. Never use the same password for all websites, also 2-Factor Autentication will help make you more secure if in use. You can also use a Password Manager such as Keepass or Lastpass. 4. Encrypt everything (optional). Use something like Veracrypt if you wish to encrypt data for security purposes. This is to prevent any thief that's stolen your device(s) from gaining access to critical data. 5. Never ever leave your computer unattended ANYWHERE. Always make sure it's in sight or with you at all times. You never know who might be trying to gain access or steal it. 6. Always look at the URLs of emails which are sent to you. Websites will never ask for you personal details in emails. Never open emails attachments from recipients you do not know or trust. Always look at the spellings of emails too. Professional companies do not tend to have back punctuation & spelling. 7. Browsing habits, always look at the URL before you enter a site. If it looks dodgy or something doesn't look right it most likely isn't. eg; paypail.com, instead of paypal.com 8. Backup is essential to any security setup. Make sure to back up all important & personal data. This can be done weekly or monthly 9. Be careful when downloading software. Most adblocking extension stop this from adverts. 10. Never ever use pirate software or download from pirate sites, 9/10 it'll be virus infected. 11. Never install or download anything you aren't looking for. 12. Extensions I would recommend for real time protection: Netcraft + Malwarebytes. 13. Nano Adblocker or uBlock Origin are amazing adblocking extensions. 14. Always bookmark legitimate sites you frequently use especially banking sites. This helps you to stop falling prey to the fake & rogue sites posing as the authentic one. [/SPOILER] ~LDogg [/QUOTE]
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