These are a few basic steps to take to prevent malware installing on your computer.
* Keep Windows Updated
A large proportion of Windows updates are to close holes exploited by malicious programs. Simply staying updated will keep a lot of infections off your system.
Windows Updates
* Change your browser
Firefox is far more secure than Internet Explorer, with the added bonus of a built-in popup blocker.
Firefox Browser
* Use a firewall
Surfing the internet without a firewall is like inviting malware onto your system. Only use one.
Free Firewalls:
Zonealarm
Kerio
Simtel
*Use an Anti-Virus
These programs are free for home use, and perfectly adequate for the average user. Again, use only one.
Some Free Anti-Virus Softwares:
AVG
Avast
Antivir
*Install Anti-Spyware protection
These four programs will help to keep malware off your system, and will happily co-exist side by side.
Free Anti-Spywares:
Windows Defender
Adaware 2007
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