Security Is Everything

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Have you done everything to secure your computer and network?

Security Is Everything

A wireless network is like the human body. If one part of the body is injured it affects how the rest of the body functions. Likewise, if one computer is attacked, so are the others. Whether using a switch or router, one machine infected with a virus can infect any other of the other connected systems. This is why it is imperative to take the proper safety precautions when setting up your network.

Many routers will come with a built-in firewall. This is a good start, but more is needed for computer security. Make sure that all the machines involved are protected with up-to-date anti-virus software. There are tons of programs out there choose from. Some of the most well-known are Norton Anti-Virus and McAfee VirusScan. Whichever one you choose, anti-virus software will have updates all the time that are crucial to maintaining the security of your network, so make sure to check for such updates regularly. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista also come with their own firewalls.

Feel more secure now? Well hold on. There is one more thing. In this world of rapid-fire pop-up windows that can be a real drag on your Internet surfing experience, proper spyware software is essential. Spyware clutters your system up with a lot of unwanted cookies and trackers and causes more pop-ups than a children's picture book. There are a lot of programs out there geared toward this very issue that will stop your browsing experience from becoming a nightmare where they pop up faster than you can knock them down.

   

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