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48 - Internet and online security

can encrypt all the data that you send and receive while using a public

Wi-Fi hotspot, securing your information from hackers and other users

of the same connection.

For more tips on how to stay safe

Good security habits can reduce your exposure to online crime. By

adopting a few basic behaviors, you can make big strides in reducing

cybercrime risk:

• Protect your accounts with strong, unique passwords that use a

combination of at least 10 uppercase and lowercase letters,

symbols and numbers.

• Don't click on random links or open unsolicited messages and

attachments-particularly from people you don't know.

• Don't access any personal information or social media accounts

over unprotected Wi-Fi networks.

• Use security software on your devices to help protect yourself from

the latest threats.

Protect your computer with Windows security tools

Windows provides a variety of protection applications.

Windows Updates

If you have an active internet connection, Windows can check for

important updates for your computer and install them automatically.

These updates include security patches and program updates that

can improve your computing experience and help protect your

computer against new viruses and attacks.

How do I know when my computer is at risk?

If the Action Center reports an alert, or if your computer behaves

erratically, crashes unexpectedly or if some of your programs do not

work correctly, your computer may be infected by malicious software.

However, do not blame every computer problem on a virus! If you

suspect your computer is infected, the first thing to do is update, if you

have not already done so, and run your antivirus and anti-spyware

software.