Part of uncovering the internet is knowing how to do it safely. How many times have you tried to help a family member fix their computer after they’ve accidentally gone to a risky site and gotten a trojan, virus or some other bit of malware?
A recent article on PC Magazine shares “Four Ways to Surf Safely at Starbucks“.
- Suite Up – get anti-virus, spyware and firewall software installed
- Stay Up To Date – keep the software in Step 1 updated
- Don’t Share – Turn off file and print sharing
- Eyeball Sites – always look for secure (https:/) and trusted sites
Read the entire article for all the details, along with additional links for more information on each step that are included in the article.
Read the full article of “Four Ways to Surf Safely at Starbucks” on the PC Magazine website.