DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT
SECURITY MEASURES IN PLACE?

Technological advances have made our lives more convenient and enriching. We can now do almost anything we want from wherever we are - thanks to the Internet we can now access services and information from anywhere in the world.

However, with increased convenience come new security risks. Hackers may try to hack into your computer and steal personal information. Viruses may spread through your computer.

Therefore, it is essential that you take infocomm security seriously. You should always take the necessary precautions to protect your information and computer. Here are a few tips on infocomm security:

FASTEN UP!
There are basically five important security practices that you should adopt. Each is geared towards helping you minimise the threat of unlawful access to your computer. They are simple and easy to follow. So, buckle up and get ready!
Firewall - Install a personal firewall and learn how to use it correctly. A firewall's job is to screen the network traffic that is received and sent by your computer. A firewall can defend your computer against these threats by preventing unauthorised connections to your computer without your permission. » more
Updates - Operating systems and applications software should be updated regularly. Most software contains flaws. That is why software makers constantly release updates to fix these flaws. These updates, known as patches, should be installed as soon as they become available. » more
Anti-Virus - Install anti-virus software and update it regularly. Viruses are another big threat. Anti-virus software helps detect and remove viruses from your computer. It is critical that you update the virus signatures regularly. » more
Passwords - Create strong passwords and keep them safe. Passwords are your identity cards on the Internet and should be taken seriously. Do not reveal your passwords to anyone under any circumstances. » more
Scams - Beware of emails or websites with great offers that sound too-good-to-be-true as they are usually out for your money. Such gimmicks are common nowadays. Hence, we should be more alert. » more
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