Antivirus Tip: It might seem obvious, but keep your device’s operating software up to date to plug any holes in its security and regular fixes for program bugs.

Antivirus Tip: If you work on a network, keep it limited to only a handful of connected workstations, and with security such as passwords and connection types.

Antivirus Tip: Be careful of using public chargers for devices, or cables that are just left out in the open. Criminals can use these ports to hack your device.

Antivirus Tip: Remember to turn off the GPS of your device when you are no longer using it.

Antivirus Tip: Google’s ‘SafeSearch’ can be a useful tool when you allow your child to search the web.

Antivirus Tip: Certain devices can keep track of ‘screen time’ and allow you to set limits. Set this option for when a child uses your device.

Antivirus Tip: When using an internet browser, turn on the data-saving option. You can prevent certain features from loading and avoid viruses from loading.

Antivirus Tip: Keep your list of passwords in a nearby, but secure place, such as a locked drawer.

Antivirus Tip: Any website that requires you to download software in order to use it must be avoided entirely, scan your device once you have done so.

Antivirus Tip: Always log out of accounts when you are done. An inactive account can be an open invitation to hackers.