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Anti-Virus: It is extremely important to have a current anti-virus installed and also to keep it up to date.You must also run it on a regular basis. There are lots of AV programmes but a free one for home users can be found at: www.grisoft.com
Anti-Spam: Everyone must have received unsolicited email from
companies.These can be very annoying and occassionally contain malicous content.It's often helpful to have an anti-spam programme running in the background.Many companies provide solutions .A free programme for home users is available from: www.mailwasher.net
Spyware:Has your computer become sluggish and / or slow all of a sudden?One possible reason is that Spyware has been installed on your computer.Some websites leave programs on your PC that can track your movements online.There are many programs available that help to counteract this.Many companies provide solutions and,again, a free one for home users is available at: www.lavasoftusa.com
Firewall:Many Broadband routers have an inbuilt Firewall (prevents unauthorised access to your PC from the Internet.) It is often no harm to have a second one installed . A free Firewall for home users can be had at :www.zonealarm.com
Site Hound: is a free program that warns you in advance whether it thinks a Website is safe or not
.It is a free program and you can get it by clicking here.
Windows Update: Microsoft releases fixes on a regular basis.You should keep your PC up to date. Windows 2000 and windows XP have a facility to automatically update your computer.
Internet Security: NCTE
has very practical advice on how best to stay safe online.There are numerous programmes available.If you do a search for internet safety etc you'll find some great advice and information.
If you are thinking of installing any of these products,please read all release material from the manufacturers'.Queen of Angels P.S. takes no responsibility for the content of external sites nor does Queen of Angels P.S. endorse any of the above products. These are provided for information purposes.The companies listed above are not the only providers of the various programs but the listed ones are free and, to the best of our knowledge,reputable.
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