online pc safety and security workshop lbcc library gabriel beeler, lbcc librarian

Online PC Safety and Security Workshop

LBCC LibraryGabriel Beeler, LBCC Librarian

Malware

• Malware is malicious software designed to invade a computer without permission.

• Malware includes computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, rootkits, spyware and adware.

Myth: Anti-Virus Software is all that I need to keep protected.

•False!•There is no Anti-Virus Software that will keep you 100% protected.

What you need to stay protected.

A Current Anti-Virus Program• Only install one of these programs at a time.• Free Antivirus Software download links:

o Avira AntiVir Personal - Free Antivirus

o Avast Home Edition - Free Antivirus

o AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition

Complementary Security

These can be installed at the same time as an Anti-Virus

• Microsoft Security Essentials

• Spyware Blaster

Clean your PC files!

•Always clean up your PC to avoid a Malware infection

•Ccleaner

•ATF Cleaner

Do not use P2P downloading• Risk #1: Exposing your computer to unwanted software • Shared files can contain security risks such as viruses, spyware,

and other unwanted software

• Risk #2: Breaking copyright laws • Reputable P2P software is legal to use, but if you choose to do

so, it's important to understand and differentiate between copyrighted and public domain material and to share responsibly.

Keep your PC up-to-date

•Make sure to turn on Automatic Windows Updates

•Update other computer software

• Turn on the Windows Firewall

Install antispyware software

• Install antispyware software such as Windows Defender and keep it active and current

• Install Malewarebytes

• Install SuperAnti-Spyware

• Install A-squared free

Use Common Sense

• If a website looks suspicious, close the browser immediately•Always scan email attachments for viruses•Avoid installing any toolbars•Read reviews of free software before installing