![]() You MUST use, and keep up to date, an anti-virus program. If you don’t use and keep current, it is only a matter of time before you contract an illness. Protection is crucial: Consider the use of anti-virus applications as your system’s immune system protecting it from illness. When they have access to your account, they have access to your files.Īnti-Virus and Anti-Malware Applications: Don’t allow kids to use your account: Configure accounts, with appropriate permissions, for each child. You should also use “normal access” accounts when conducting day-to-day activities and only use admin access when required. Only give them “normal user” access to devices, when possible. Don’t give kids the keys to the car: Don’t allow kids to have administrator access to your devices, and not even their devices when possible! This way you control what gets installed, and when. ![]() USB, Firewire, Thunderbolt, etc ports), and printers. Pay close attention to the drivers for these devices, in particular: video adapter, audio/sound adapter, network adapter, motherboard chipset, Input/Output adapters (i.e. Keeping these up to date will ensure both security and performance remain optimal. Driver updates: Drivers are the applications that are used to allow your hardware devices to communicate with your operating system. Often, developers provide updates to address security issues and to increase functionality. Applications updates: The same goes for keeping your applications and programs up to date. ![]() Keep Windows/OS X/Linux up to date: Updates are free and should be applied, when available, to prevent potential security issues while maintaining optimal stability and system performance. While it is impossible to ensure your home network is 100% protected at all times, there are several easy steps you can undertake to minimize your exposure and risks. ![]()
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