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windows 8 new computer what should I do for security
It isn't actually a new computer. My last install got a virus so I just did a factory reset. What should I do to make sure this is secure before starting to use it?
Please let me know what you would suggest, like bitlocker, using a different non-admin account, should I delete any accounts? Anything else as far as virus protection, etc?
I have all info on either dropbox or google drive, so I had no issues restarting from scratch. Since I have this "opportunity" I want to do things correctly.
Please let me know what you would suggest, like bitlocker, using a different non-admin account, should I delete any accounts? Anything else as far as virus protection, etc?
I have all info on either dropbox or google drive, so I had no issues restarting from scratch. Since I have this "opportunity" I want to do things correctly.
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Thanks. If anyone else has advice I'd love to hear it.
I am looking for specific advice to implement after a fresh install before doing anything else. For example using bitlocker, or using a non-admin account. I realize other things are necessary going forward, but that is not the specific thing I am looking for at this time.
I am looking for specific advice to implement after a fresh install before doing anything else. For example using bitlocker, or using a non-admin account. I realize other things are necessary going forward, but that is not the specific thing I am looking for at this time.
it looks like you want to be sure to be protected - automatically - by installing some software
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as said above - use a mix of AV software and personal education - that's the best anyone can do
that does not exist
as said above - use a mix of AV software and personal education - that's the best anyone can do
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Security is not some thing static, not only having an AV installed means you are safe! you have to paranoiac and think about security for each action you will done on your computer!
I can give you some suggestions:
Use a strong password for your account.
Be sure that links you clic on during searchs are safe.
Never open illogical emails containing strang attachment files (ie: .SCR .BAT...).
keep you windows up to date by installing available update and security corrections.
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If you plan to reinstall you windows, make a backup of you hard disk image using clonezilla or ghost or any other tools for image backup once you have installed all programs and tools you are using usually which you can restore after a disaster.
Best Regards.
Salah