The need for Computer Security increases everyday. Entrust Technology offers these tips to help safe guard your data.
Spyware - is computer software that is installed stealthily on a personal computer to intercept or take partial control over the user's interaction with the computer, without the user's informed consent.
Many system operators install a web browser other than Internet Explorer, such as Opera or Mozilla Firefox. Though no browser is completely safe, Internet Explorer is at a greater risk for spyware infection. Also, downloading programs only from reputable sources can provide some protection from a spyware attack.
Computer Virus - a computer program that can copy itself and infect a computer without permission or knowledge of the user. The term "virus" is also commonly used, albeit. erroneously, to refer to many different types of malware (a portmanteau of the words malicious and software) and adware (a portmanteau of the words advertisement and software) programs.
Many users install anti-virus software that can detect and eliminate known viruses. Make sure you have anti-virus software on your computer. If you already have anti-virus software, make sure it is up-to-date as there are new viruses released everyday.
Firewall - A firewall is a dedicated appliance, or software running on another computer, which inspects network traffic passing through it, and denies or permits passage based on a set of rules.
A firewall's basic task is to regulate some of the flow of traffic between computer networks of different trust levels. Some computers run virtual firewalls, but it never hurts to be too secure. Firewall devices are recommended for users with sensitive data.
Secure Login - Be wary of suspicious looking websites. Never enter your personal information into a website you do not trust. If it is your first visit to the website, look for the padlock icon in the corner of you web browser.
We advise clients to use Virtual Private Network (VPN) technologies to connect remote offices and/or users to securely transfer sensitive information over the Internet.
