In the past few years, there have been many high-profile hacking scandals that have made both big and small companies think about the potential consequences of some of their actions. This article will go over four quick tips some security experts recommend for staying safe online.
Expert advice
Based on expert advice, here are four essential tips that, if you follow them, will go a long way to keeping your data safe.
1. Regularly update your software.
And this doesn’t just apply to your operating system, but also to the applications you install!
2. Anti-virus and firewall
Windows 10 comes with these by default; if nothing else, turn on the built-in solutions!
3. Multiple user accounts
By default, Windows should not be used with administrator rights; only log in to the administrator account if necessary.
4. Personal data
Make sure that you only enter personal data where necessary. When we make up passwords, we must not provide information linked to us (e.g., date of birth).
Did you know?
A password-safe (or “master key”) is a means of storing secret information (such as passwords) in such a way that only the user knows the password. The master key is not stored on any device and can be accessed from any computer or other device which has access to the internet. A master key is a type of one-time password and can be generated by using an algorithm and a shared secret between two parties, such as a password or PIN.
Conclusion
There is a whole spectrum of ways that cybercriminals can try to steal your data, from malware and phishing scams to hacking your device. But if you look after yourself and follow these four tips, you will be making it much more difficult for them to succeed.