You don’t need to use antivirus software to create a perfect defense mode for your computer, so that it will never be infected with those malicious germs.
Here are some simple ways to never get a virus:
- Beware of fake Play/Download buttons
Usually they are integrated on websites to trick users into clicking on them and downloading something unrelated and infecting users with viruses and malware. So, think twice before clicking on the download button. If users are familiar with this website, thinking twice before clicking will help them make sure that the location of the download button has changed or not?
Check the status bar, if the domain name on the status bar is different from the website address being opened, it is probably a malicious advertisement.
Another method is to use logic. For example, if a user downloads some software and it displays a PLAY NOW button, the user will immediately know that the button is irrelevant and should not be clicked.
- Never use IE
Although IE9 has been greatly improved in terms of security, in reality, IE is still the main target of hackers because it is quite popular on computers today. Therefore, users should switch to other less popular browsers, such as Google Chrome.
- Ignore Pop-ups
Suddenly, an anti-virus software pops up pop-ups and tricks users into thinking that they have discovered a “pathogen” and asks users to download some software to fix it. However, users should not be foolish enough to turn off that pop-up.
Users should ignore pop-ups originating from the browser. As a general rule, ignore any security-related messages that you don’t know about, such as clicking the SCAN button on your antivirus software. For example, if a user receives a message asking to scan the computer (Scan) from an application that has never been installed, it means that the computer is infected with a virus.
- Avoid public Torrent sites
Most public Torrent sites are potentially malicious and fraudulent. Users often use Torrent sites to download movies. However, many public Torrent sites often hide many viruses and fake files for users to download. Therefore, movie enthusiasts should go to Private tracker sites because these sites are only open to members and it is difficult to get accepted as new members. They have much stricter policies than public Torrent sites.
- Use VLC player to check downloaded movie files
If you ignore the above advice and still download some movies from public Torrnet sites, there is a good chance that they are fake. It is difficult to detect whether they are fake or not because of their standard size, but when you run the file, you will see a message saying that you need to download a new video player. Therefore, do not download movies from public websites and use VLC player to check a downloaded video file.
- Do not open .exe files sent
If someone sends you a flash game packaged with .exe files or anything else, delete it. Be wary of .exe files attached to emails, etc.
- Don’t search for common utilities on Google
A worrying trend is that websites containing malicious code often rank high in Google’s search list for common utilities. Users think they are downloading the best video viewing program, but in fact, viruses are hidden in it. Therefore, if you want to find utilities, users should go to the trusted websites of software manufacturers.
- Create a guest account for family members
If your computer is used by many family members, you should create guest users for them to use. This will prevent these users from having the right to download malicious software and install it on the computer.
