INTERNET SECURITY

1. Use an Internet Firewall
2. Get Computer Updates
3. Use Up-to-date Anti-Virus Protection
4. Use an Uninterruptible Power Supply

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USE AN INTERNET FIREWALL!
ADVANTAGES OF USING A FIREWALL
  • Protects your Computer from the Internet by using special security.
  • It inspects all data before it is allowed to get into your computer.
  • Prevents hackers from accessing your computer.
  • All messages entering or leaving your computer are inspected.
The Two Types of Firewalls are:
SOFTWARE FIREWALL
HARDWARE FIREWALL

This software runs on your computer system. It inspects all data to determine if it is safe.

Hardware firewall is a small box that sits between your computer and your modem. It proves more complete protection than software firewalls. They do not effect your computer's performance.
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GET COMPUTER UPDATES

Register Your Software

Sign Up for Software
Update E-Mail Notices

After installing new software on your computer, be sure to register it. This proves you own it and the software company will notify you when updates becomes available.

Install these updates right away! These updates are important to the health of your computer!

Click Here for the Windows Update
USE UP-TO-DATE ANTI-VIRUS PROTECTION

Antivirus software helps protect your computer against viruses.

Is Your Anti-Virus Software Up-to-Date? To find out, open your Anti-Virus software program from the Start Menu and look for the update status. If you are not sure, contact your anti-virus software company.
Read More About Anit-Virus Protection


McAfee (12-month free subscription after mail-in rebate)

Symantec/Norton (90-day free trial subscription)

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UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY (UPS)
The UPS is a power supply that includes a battery to maintain power. A UPS keeps a computer running for several minutes after a power outage to enable you to save the work you are completing and shut down the computer. Many UPSs now offer a software component that will automatically backup and shut down your computer in case there's a power failure while you're away from the computer.
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