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Computer Basics you must know.

Part 1.

So you have just received your new computer, you have managed to put it all together and are just itching to fire it up and see what it can do. Not only that you want to check out a few CD's your mates have given you and get onto the internet and check out a few sites on your new broadband connection.

Wait right there !

Check out if you have these next four very important security programs.

1/. Does your new computer have an Anti-Virus program installed ?

If the answer is No:

• Do not put in any of your mates CD's or go onto the internet. Do not even be tempted to go onto the internet as all it takes is one virus and it could be curtains for your hard drive.
• Install / buy an Anti- Virus program before you do anything else.

Arguably the most important program on your computer is the Anti-Virus.

If the answer is Yes :

• Open the program and make sure it is running.
• Check for and install updates.
• Check the Options / configuration settings of your program. Most programs have default settings but some still need to be set up to look after your computer.

2/. Is there an Anti-Spyware program installed?

If the answer is No:

• Do not  go onto the Internet yet !
• Buy / install an Anti-Spyware program ASAP.

 For more information on what an Anti-Spyware program does click here.

If the answer is Yes:

• Open the program and make sure it is running.
• Check for and install updates.
• Check  options / configuration settings of your program. Most programs have default settings but some still need to be set up.

3/. Have you got a Firewall ?

 Even though Windows XP SP2 has its own Firewall it is best to install your own Firewall. Amongst other things it stops hackers getting into your computer and stealing your information. For more information click here.

 4/. Do you have an Anti-Spam program ?

Unfortunately even on the internet you are not safe from junk mail wether you want it or not. Having an Anti-Spam program, it sorts out your junk mail from your normal mail and puts it in a special folder where you can look at it, if you wish, when and if you want to. And some of these messages can be very tasteless.

For more information on Anti-Spam programs and exactly what they do just click here.

The best security program ( in my opinion) is to get the all in one programs called Internet Security Suite. It incorporates all four of the above programs and is cheaper than buying all four individually.

In short if you have a computer and especially if it is connected to the internet you should have these security programs installed on your computer to keep it and your information safe.

If you need help on the purchase of these programs just visit our Products Page or send us an email on our contact page.

And don't forget once you have these programs they need to be configured (set up ).

Your Office Wizards can help you with all of the above.

If you have any Questions just send us your query via our contact  page.

Keep your computer safe

Ron.