3 advanced cyber security recommendations
When it comes to cyber security, using a secure password and never sharing your login information is a good start — but there’s a lot more that comes with keeping your information safe and private.
Once you’ve gotten down the basics of cyber security, here are a few more advanced recommendations to consider that will keep your devices as secure as possible.
1. Turn on automatic updates
While automatic update notifications can be bothersome, they have the best intentions in mind. If your system isn’t up-to-date, then it doesn’t have the latest security patches. Hackers are able to exploit these holes in outdated systems and gain access to your devices or information.
Most web browsers will already have automatic updates enabled. In order to activate them on your device’s software as well, you can go into your system settings, click on the icon titled “updates and security” or a similar phrase, and enable automatic updates.
2. Use anti-virus protection
If you want to block security threats with minimal work on your part, you can install anti-virus software. While you will have to pay for coverage, the safety it grants you is often well-worth the price. You should be sure to only download software from trusted sources. Common anti-virus options include:
- McAfee AntiVirus Plus
- Norton AntiVirus Plus
- Kaspersky Anti-Virus
- Bitdefender Antivirus Plus
There are plenty of other anti-virus options, but whatever option you choose, make sure to research the pros, cons, affordability, and trustworthiness of each before making a final decision.
3. Perform regular password maintenance
Not only should you use a strong password — one that has a mixture of numbers, letters, symbols, and upper and lower cases — but you should also consider changing your password on a regular basis.
In order to keep track of your passwords, consider using a password management tool like LastPass, Keeper, or ZoHo Vault. Some of these options are free while some require a small monthly maintenance fee.
Cybersecurity resources
Best practices for cybersecurity are always changing based on new threats. In order to keep up-to-date on how to protect your information, learn more through some of these resources:
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