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Integrating Technology Into Classrooms for Children and Adult Learners
Top Ways to Protect Your Computer's Performance and Data
Marcia Wagner
Protecting your computer from hackers and viruses will keep it running optimally and also help to protect sensitive data you store on your computer. Backing up the data on your computer is very simple, but it's not the only way to open up space on your computer and protect that data. Note a few simple tips for protecting your computer's performance and the data you store on it.
1. Never download programs
It's never a good idea to download a program from the internet unless you're absolutely certain of the source. You may assume that programs that get good reviews from magazines and online sites are trustworthy, but remember that the people who wrote the programs may have actually paid for these reviews, or those who write the reviews may not realize that a program needs so much memory to operate that it slows down your computer overall. Rather than spend time trying to find the best download programs online, invest in programs you buy from a computer supply store so you know they're safe.
2. Never turn off your firewall
Your computer's firewall is there to protect it from unnecessary programs and from viruses and hackers. If a site tells you to turn off your firewall for any reason, be very cautious and wary. Unless you're speaking to tech support from the computer's manufacturer or another trusted source, keep your firewall on at all times.
3. Have the computer checked and cleaned by a professional
Just as you take your car in for a tune-up on a regular basis, it's good to have your computer checked by a professional regularly as well. Your anti-virus program may run certain checks, but these can be limited as to how much data they check and the viruses and programs they can find. Consider having your computer scanned and cleaned by a professional every year so you can remove unwanted and dangerous programs and protect your data.
4. Always update
When your computer says that an update is available for a program, always let it install that update. This will keep you protected from the latest unwanted programs that may infect your computer, and it also means keeping those programs running at optimal speeds. Don't assume that an update is unnecessary or will simply waste space; in some cases they may actually remove old data your computer doesn't need for a particular program so that you save space and keep your computer running faster overall.
For more information about data protection, work with a local data recovery company.
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