Computer Security Day- Tips from iolo technnologies
 | Computer Security Day was started in 1988 to help raise awareness of computer-related security issues and is celebrated worldwide each November 30. While the original goal was to remind computer users about the need to protect computers and information, as antivirus technology has increasingly become ubiquitous, the focus has shifted to minimizing risk while avoiding traditional performance drawbacks. Internal research by iolo Labs shows that many popular security software products still significantly impact system responsiveness, in some cases by as much as 50 percent. In fact, such performance loss has become a conspicuous customer complaint recently, in some cases prompting users to trade protection for speed by running their machines without security software at all. |
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How you can protect yourself
- Only download trusted programs. Only download programs from web sites that you trust, or check a reputable source for information before you download. Just a few minutes of research can save you hours of heartache.
- Be wary of free programs. Some disreputable sites offer free tools, such as web browser toolbars and screen savers, that are created with the sole intent of hiding trojans. Be particularly cautious when downloading free programs from unknown sources.
- Use anti-malware software. Even with the most diligent preventative measures, malware can still find its way onto your computer: this is particularly true with trojans because they can attach themselves to valid applications. The best bet is to keep your anti-malware software up-to-date and run scans regularly—especially after you install new programs or download files.
How System Shield® can protect you
iolo's System Shield® protects your PC from all types of malicious files: trojans as well as dozens of other types of malware. Some highlights of System Shield:
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Flexible options for scans |
System Shield's malware scans can run automatically when your computer isn't being used—you don't have to think about it—and you also can run scans whenever you want to: a smart choice for after you download files. | ||
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Automated protection 2 ways |
For total peace of mind, System Shield offers two automated protection features:
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Safe quarantine |
System Shield's Quarantine is a safe holding area that gives you total control over suspicious files. The Quarantine prevents infections from causing any damage, but still allows you to keep the files you know are safe. | ||
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Up-to-date malware definitions |
Old definition files can't protect you against the most recent attacks—and the criminals come up with newly designed malware every day. System Shield updates its definitions in real-time as threats emerge, sometimes even 8-10 times in a single day, based on the latest research from iolo Labs. | ||
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Posted 12/8/11
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