Ransomware attacks are quite frequent now, and you can find
a number of users and corporates, getting affected by numerous ransomware,
which are released, almost on a regular basis. Though, the developers always
target office and corporate computers, as they have a huge financial backup,
but, it can easily victimize you, if you are not a careful netizen. But, when
there is a will, there is always a way. Being worried about the ransomware
attacks is not uncommon, as you can be the next victim, if you are not careful.
Here are a 5 good ways, which can help you to be secure, on the internet,
without getting infected by ransomware.
Update your operating system
Yes, you heard it right. The attack of back to back ransomware
was kickstarted with Wannacry Ransomware, which affected numerous computers.
Microsoft released a patch through Windows updates, for all platforms, which
are currently supported by Microsoft. Update your operating system on a regular
basis, for maximum security.
Important
- · Try to update latest Operating systems, viz. Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10.
- · Try not to use Windows XP.
- · Update your Operating System regularly with the latest patches.
Use a good antivirus
Using good antivirus software is quite important nowadays.
If you do not want to purchase a new, go for a free one, but never choose paid antivirus
software with crack. You can get antivirus software within affordable prices, nowadays.
Update the virus definitions regularly to keep your system protected. Microsoft
Security Essentials updated regularly, is also a great choice.
Important
- · Go for genuine antivirus software.
- · Update antivirus software regularly.
Backup files regularly
If you really care for all photos, videos, and documents,
which you store in your computer, backup all the files to some safe place, like
cloud, Flash drives RAID drives or even External Hard drives. But, disconnect
them from the system, when you are not using it. If you are using cloud sync
applications like Google Drive, OneDrive, etc. on your computer, exit the
applications, when you do not need them. If you are attacked by any ransomware,
files will also be encrypted on the cloud, as well, in case the applications
are running in the background. Though, it is a little inconvenient, but less
than losing your files.
Important
- · Backup all your files regularly to some safe place.
- · Disconnect the backup devices, when you are not using them.
- · Turn off or exit all cloud sync apps, when you are not using it.
Say no to unknown links, wherever you find them
Unknown links are sometimes quite alluring. But beware; it
might be a ransomware in disguise. Never click on any unknown links, or
download files from any unknown sources. Though, a number of mails
automatically reach the spam folder, but, there can be exception sometimes.
Better use your intelligence for best possible filtering.
Important
- · Never click on any unknown links, or download files from any unknown sources.
Be careful from software activators or simply give up piracy
The software activators or keygens for a number of popular
applications can act as a carrier for ransowares or a number of malicious
programs. Go for genuine software packs, or find free alternatives, which are
always better than using paid ones for free. Sometimes the free ones are better
than the paid ones.
Important
- · Never go for software activators or keygens.
- · Always choose genuine software for all your tasks, or go for free or open source ones.
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