Networks connecting millions of computers throughout the world. Computers play a very crucial role in our daily life, people are commonly relying on computers to create, store, and send data. Other than that, people also rely on internet financial services such as e-banking to make their financial transaction. Information stored was transmitted over the internet, flow from one server to another server, it creates a higher security risk since they are open to anyone. Hackers and identity thefts have now become very common and get involve in the world of internet. They have the ability to intercept the network system and collect all the confidential information. In response to this problem, here are some ways to keep your personal and financial data safe.
1) Shred old documents
Don’t leave privacy data in open for anyone to view. And don’t dispose of the confidential information in recycle containers unless the information being recycled has been shredded. Meanwhile, destroy all the information immediately when you no longer need it.
2) Usernames and passwords protection
This method is normally used to ensure security and to protect your access data such as limited third parties to access your file by setting up a password and view the access log to see the date and time that each user logged in. Besides, do not use passwords that are too simple, use a combination of numbers and letters as your passwords to provide greater security. Moreover, do not reuse a particular password. Different password for different account is highly recommended to avoid unauthorized access to your account.
3) Install and update antivirus software frequently
Antivirus software and firewall helps protect your computer from hackers who might try to delete, crash, or even steal your information or password. To avoid this problem, make sure your firewall is always turned on and keep your antivirus program regularly updated.
4) File encryption
Encoding your information that only allows the particular person with the correct password can see and use the information. It may prevent unauthorized person abuse some confidential data and can be quickly protected in your personal vault.
5) Avoid accessing private information in public
To be safe, private information should not be accessed or disclosed onto public computers. Use your personal computer or set a password protection and encryption on your computer instead to avoid identity theft and fraud on sensitive and personal data.
1) Shred old documents
Don’t leave privacy data in open for anyone to view. And don’t dispose of the confidential information in recycle containers unless the information being recycled has been shredded. Meanwhile, destroy all the information immediately when you no longer need it.
2) Usernames and passwords protection
This method is normally used to ensure security and to protect your access data such as limited third parties to access your file by setting up a password and view the access log to see the date and time that each user logged in. Besides, do not use passwords that are too simple, use a combination of numbers and letters as your passwords to provide greater security. Moreover, do not reuse a particular password. Different password for different account is highly recommended to avoid unauthorized access to your account.
3) Install and update antivirus software frequently
Antivirus software and firewall helps protect your computer from hackers who might try to delete, crash, or even steal your information or password. To avoid this problem, make sure your firewall is always turned on and keep your antivirus program regularly updated.
4) File encryption
Encoding your information that only allows the particular person with the correct password can see and use the information. It may prevent unauthorized person abuse some confidential data and can be quickly protected in your personal vault.
5) Avoid accessing private information in public
To be safe, private information should not be accessed or disclosed onto public computers. Use your personal computer or set a password protection and encryption on your computer instead to avoid identity theft and fraud on sensitive and personal data.
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