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nIf you allow your computer to run 24 hours per day, then configure your Firewall to block communication while you are away from the desk.
nCheck for an update your software frequently, and configure it to notify you if there is an update available.
nReview your activity logs periodically. If the logs display suspicious activity, or frequent violations, investigate the activity.
Tips to maintaining your computer and its software
nAfter you install your software, register it immediately. Updates, bug fixes, and patches could have been released after the installation CD was placed in the box.
nConfigure the program to automatically notify you when product updates are available for download.
nDownload and install updates upon their availability. Updates include patches, fixes, updates to DATs (virus definition files), content, and the virus scan engine itself.
nConfigure your Internet security programs to start as Windows starts, especially if your computer maintains and "always on" Internet connection.
nDo not share, misplace, or forget the Administrator profile password. Lost passwords could render your software and computer ineffective; and you may not be able to access the files that you created and you stored in your computer.
nSchedule tasks. For example, if you want to scan your computer's
nScan you computer for viruses and run security and firewall checkups on a regular basis. Whether you are scanning for security, privacy, or firewall weaknesses, if you use your computer and the Internet daily, then you should run checkups routinely.
