Malware Prevention

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• 10 Quick Tips
• Signs of Prevention Tips
• How I Got It ScareWare Video

Malware is a all encompassing term for: spyware, trojans, virus, adware, worms, rootkits: really any malicious software that installs without the computer user's consent.

How did I get it?

 I have all the basic core security programs. One antivirus, maybe two or three anti-malware and a firewall. Why do I still get malware on my computer? What's the secret?
             
There is no substitute for the having updated core security programs on your computer. The "secret" is only knowing a little bit about how it can get on your computer in the first place. Then try to avoid or at the least be aware of these items.

There is no magic involved. The majority of malware is installed by the user themselves. You can help yourself tremendously if you practice just a few good computing habits. Knowing some of the ways you can get malware will improve your chances of avoiding it. Simply knowing what constitutes a safe action on a computer and what may not will help you tremendously.

There is no reason why your computer can not stay malware free. If you frequently have malware then its time to review your computer habits.

See 10 quick tips for items you may or may not be aware of.
Not sure you have a trojan or virus? See the signs link for symptoms that could be a indication of malware.
For reducing your risk read the prevention tips, a expanded explanation of the 10 tips. Lots of pictures.
Interested in the two main ways you can get malware? See the how I got it link.
A huge sub-catagory of malware is termed scareware. If you have had malware its a good bet that it was scareware. Lots of pictures.
Last are some short videos showing malware installs in real time.

Each topic is expanded upon more under the Prevention link.



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