Gateway SX3785 User Manual - Page 47
For more tips on how to stay safe, Protect your computer with Windows security tools
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Internet and online security - 47 For more tips on how to stay safe Good security habits can reduce your exposure to online crime. By adopting a few basic behaviors, you can make big strides in reducing cybercrime risk: • Protect your accounts with strong, unique passwords that use a combination of at least 10 uppercase and lowercase letters, symbols and numbers. • Don't click on random links or open unsolicited messages and attachments-particularly from people you don't know. • Don't access any personal information or social media accounts over unprotected Wi-Fi networks. • Use security software on your devices to help protect yourself from the latest threats. Protect your computer with Windows security tools Windows provides a variety of protection applications. Windows Updates If you have an active internet connection, Windows can check for important updates for your computer and install them automatically. These updates include security patches and program updates that can improve your computing experience and help protect your computer against new viruses and attacks. How do I know when my computer is at risk? If the Action Center reports an alert, or if your computer behaves erratically, crashes unexpectedly or if some of your programs do not work correctly, your computer may be infected by malicious software. However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to do is update, if you have not already done so, and run your antivirus and anti-spyware software.