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Profix is a Computer Repair company and has been involved in the Computer repair & Maintenance field in and around Newry since the 1990’s. During this time a massive amount of experience has been gathered in dealing with small business and residential computer users. From this, it is clear that most people have some bad habits and make a number of common mistakes that seriously weakens their internet security. Follow these simple steps to stay secure on the internet. These are powerful tips to enhance your internet security and are not widely known.

1.Don’t bury your head in the sand! Check for software updates now. As time passes hacker tend to find faults in commonly used software applications. This flaws (vulnerabilities) once found can be used to hack your computer or as an open door through which to install malware. Software updates usually fix or ‘patch’ these vulnerabilities and therefore they keep you safer. Update Windows of course, but dont forget about other common applications like Java and Flash. These too will need your attention. Take few minutes each month to check all of your software for updates. The newer versions often work better and sometimes adds new features as well, so this will be a nice extra benefit to you.

2. Strengthen all of your password. Change them regularly and make them better. Add a number or two and at least one capital letter. Use zeros instead of O’s and 3’s instead of the letter ‘E’. Using this rule, the word ‘online’ would become ‘0nlin3′. These simple tricks will result in a much more ‘hackproof’ computer. If you doubt that you could remember a new complex password, think again & have more faith in yourself. Use a simple rhyme. For example, the password ‘kth0w’ could become ‘keep the hackers out now’!

3. Be very fussy about what kind of files you download. P2P networks where users exchange files in practice carry a vast number of infected files and computer users end up getting stung. Beware of pornography and warez website as well as they all carry an abnormally high number of security threats.

If you take a few minutes to consider these areas each month, you will have a much better chance of staying secure and virus free. The odds will be stacked in your favour and you may not have to visit your local computer repair shop as often.

ProFix repair computers in and around Newry Co.Down. If you need help, visit their website here: profix