How can you tell if your computer is safe?

There are multiple ways to figure out if your computer is safe and there are many safety measures that can be set up to ensure protection on your devices. The first step to keeping your computer safe is by setting up passcodes to log in and passcodes on any apps that you would consider private or have sensitive information. This would prevent anyone from using your laptop if they were to steal it. Also, if they do steal it and get into your laptop, the other codes on any private apps would be an extra layer of defense. As for protecting your software, one of the main steps for protection and detection is downloading anti-malware scans. These scans will search for any viruses that threaten your device and notify you if there is any suspicious activity so it can be removed. Running these scans frequently will ensure your device is safe and protected. If your computer does get infected some common ways to tell are if your computer is running slow, if it has frequent crashes, any unexpected pop-up windows, or if your hard drive seems to be overworked when doing a normal task. Beginning steps to restoring your computer after a virus is to run your anti-malware and follow any steps that it recommends.  Another way to keep your software protected is by regularly updating your system. By updating your system whenever one is available, it can fix any present bugs and other system errors that could harm your computer. Other ways to keep your computer safe are by avoiding any suspicious links whether they are from an internet search, email, through text, or social media. Some links can be disguised and appear as safe but they can lead to infections on your systems. If you follow these tips your computer will have a great chance at staying safe.

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How to Tell If Your Computer Has a Virus and What to Do About It