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Antivirus Tip: When your machine is infected, run all your anti-virus programs to scan and remove the malware. Make sure all your programs run afterwards.
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Antivirus Tip: If a file looks like an image file – .jpeg or .png – but has the .exe extension, then it’s likely to be a virus and must be deleted immediately.
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Antivirus Tip: Get familiar with the anti-virus and security apps that you install – like scanning – so you know exactly what to do when something bad happens.
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Antivirus Tip: When browsing online, keep your anti-virus safety settings active and firewall always on.
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Antivirus Tip: Online predators and scammers usually use tempting bait such as ads for cheap deals to lure you in. If it’s too good to be true, it usually is.
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Antivirus Tip: Remember to run your anti-virus program’s scan function on memory storage devices and flashdrives, so you don’t help spread malware.
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Antivirus Tip: Online ads often trick you into clicking on them by appearing as alerts for viruses or promising impossible offers. Never click on them.
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Antivirus Tip: Be aware of the websites you browse. Some websites install software that tracks what you visit so they can take advantage of your habits.
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Antivirus Tip: Set your anti-spyware to run in real time so as to provide protection whenever your device, PC or network is switched on.
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Antivirus Tip: When making back-up files, be sure to scan them before the time so you don’t accidentally save a malicious file.