Good online habits are the first and foremost defence against online viruses and other threats. Avoid sites that are well known to host viruses ( mainly porn sites). Don’t click on links in emails unless you have verified they are from official companies that you have an ongoing relationship with or that you recognise as you have had dealings with them before. Never give out details or sign up to something that is too good to be true. And be careful downloading things online that may carry viruses.
Back Up
Back up all your important files to a separate drive, then back up your operating system to a different drive. You can use USB thumb drives for this purpose, an external HD or for files you can use a cloud service.
Use secure Password services built into Web browsers.
All web browsers now suggest strong passwords for your online accounts and allow you to store them encrypted in the cloud. This stops you from using the same password for multiple sites and the passwords are very secure with a random mix of numbers and letters.
Eero Wifi router with Secure+
This wifi router is super easy to set up and use and uses the latest WiFi tech to give you fast stable connections to all your devices. For an optional monthly fee you also get a network adblocker, plus malware bytes antivirus protection for 3 devices. And the 1password password manager. This is a great option for many windows pc users as it will offer you better protection online from the wifi network to your pc.
There are multiple virus protection services available, and its worth looking for services that include security software or looking for discounts at reputable online stores. Many security software companies also offer free basic protection which may be fine for many people who generally keep their internet usage to emails and social media.
