To reduce the risk of getting malware on your computer please:
- install anti-virus software and run regular scans
- regularly update your anti-virus (this should happen automatically via ITS updates)
- don't download pirated software, as it is more likely to contain malware
- use your common sense when surfing the internet and when downloading material from websites
- only plug in trusted USB drives into your computer
- don't click on links in spam email
- use a current web browser and consider using security add-ons (such as NoScript or FlashBlock)
- take an IT Training courses on computer security when available.
- IT Training courses on computer security
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