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We want you to be safe

  • Don't open emails when you are not sure who they are from.
  • Never open attachments that come in emails unless you know and trust the sender.
  • When you get popups on your computer saying "buy this" to fix a problem you can pretty much be sure that it is not safe to do.
  • Backup your data. A USB flash drive or external hard drive is an excellent way to backup your important data.
  • Never give any personal information out over the internet or telephone. Examples: passwords, phone number, social security number, bank account numbers, address, etc​.
  • Make sure your firewall in enabled.
  • Keep your anti-virus software updated. Enable the auto-update if you virus protection offers that feature. If not, update your program every time you turn on your computer.​
  • Only download software, videos, music, pictures, etc from sources you know and trust.
  • Turn off your computer at night and when not in use for extended periods of time.
  • Change your passwords periodically, at least every six months. Make passwords long and strong: Combine capital and lowercase letters with numbers and symbols to create a more secure password.  For more information and tips see the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team.
  • Different site, different password. Use a unique passwords for each site you sign into, E-mail, banking, shopping.
  • Anyone can forget a password. Keep a list that's stored in a safe, secure place away from your computer.
  • ​Protect your money. When banking and shopping, check to be sure the sites is security enabled. Look for web addresses with "https://" or "shttp://", which means the site takes extra measures to help secure your information. "http://" is not secure.
  • Ask the person you hire to do a job if they are a member of the Association of Computer Repair Business Owners.

 

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