Our employees are often asked what are some basic tips to help keep computers running smoothly. To help alleviate these concerns, our Information Technology and Information Security departments teamed up to create ’10 Tips for Basic Computer Maintenance & Security’. These tips can be followed by anybody to help keep their computer well maintained and secure.
Just like getting an oil change for your car, maintaining your computer is crucial to keeping it secure and in good working condition. Good computer maintenance practices will not only make sure your computer is running optimally but will also protect your valuable data from cybersecurity threats. If you aren’t sure where to start, here are 10 Tips for maintaining your computer from our IT and Information Security teams.
1. Updates
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2. Disk Space
3. Back Up
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4. Ventilation
5. AntiVirus
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6. Safe Browsing
7. Strong Passwords
8. Two-Factor Authentication
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9. Monitor Finanicals
10. Be Aware of Phishing
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