Journal Entry 8

How can you tell if your computer is safe?

I can tell that a computer is safe when it has antivirus security software installed on it, loads data within a timely manner without too many ads or pop ups on it when using the internet, all updates are installed, there are no viruses within the system, there is no malware or ransomware within the system, and my personal information is safe when using it. Not all requirements need to be met insider for a computer to be safe when using it, but if you want to protect yourself and information, just use two factor authentication for all login information and safely log out of all browsers, websites, and accounts being used. It does more damage to leave valuable information exposed like this than anything really. If there is viruses on a computer, it would be best to factory reset it and clean out the system before using it. If that isn’t possible, maybe using safe browsing options like Firefox are good options. Maybe even picking the incognito option could be smart in these kinds of cases to prevent personal information from being stolen. We are generally safe in this would and don’t have to fear too much, but there are always ways to prepare in the event that we are not safe right? However, needless to say, just make sure you feel comfortable on your computer before using it, get the right antivirus software that’s right for you, and don’t hesitate to reach out to a cyber security professional for assistance and questions.