14 tips to prevent viruses from intruding into computers

Computer viruses are widely transmitted and often concealed. Therefore, we should first improve the awareness of computer viruses. During the use of computers, we should pay attention to the following points:

1. Regular backup. Back up data in the hard drive and primary boot sectors, and often back up important data.
2. Try not to use pirated or unknown software.
3. Install genuine anti-virus software.
4. develop good habits of checking hard disks, external files, and each external disk with anti-virus software.
5. Do not download software on the Internet.
6. For emails sent by strangers, do not open attachments easily. Do not open email attachments with the extended name of .doc. This attachment may contain "macros", and viruses may use "macros" to infect your computer .,
7. Update the antivirus software at least once a day. Remember: only the latest version of anti-virus software works. Because there are new viruses at all times, including various viruses, worms, and Trojans.
8. Do not cancel the download monitoring function to enable the anti-virus software to run automatically.
9. subscribe to the email virus notification service provided by the website of the antivirus software manufacturer. Even if you only run one anti-virus program, knowing what virus exists outside will help you avoid it.
10. Disable Windows Scripting Host. This feature of the Windows operating system makes the worm virus messy. Another advantage of disabling the Script Host function is to block viruses that are embedded in the body of the email message, which is harmful and extremely large.
11. Set a password for shared files. Disable sharing once sharing is not required. Avoid free access to shared files.
12. Pay attention to all kinds of computer exceptions at any time. Once discovered, Use anti-virus software to check carefully. Promptly submit Suspicious files to professional anti-virus companies for confirmation.
13. Try to install the firewall's real-time monitoring and anti-virus software.
14. Maintain good operation habits, set the boot password, use screen protection and password, and temporarily lock the computer when you leave the computer.