Malware (viruses, spyware, adware, etc.) can single-handedly bring down a computer system or even spread across an entire network. At the very least, malware can severely lower productivity of employees by draining computer resources or showing annoying pop-ups. Here are some basic ways to avoid these issues:

 

1. Surf only well-known websites when possible (Cnet.com, CNN.com, FoxSports.com, etc.)

2. Know your file extensions: never click on files ending with .vbs, .exe, or .pif

3. Always have a good anti-virus software and keep it up to date. NetSolutions recommends AVG Anti-Virus Network Edition.

4. Backup your data on a regular basis. If NetSolutions' FastRecovery.biz doesn't fit your needs, backup files manually to a USB external hard drive and take it offsite every night.

5. Train all users to know how to scan for viruses and how to spot irregular activity. If you notice irregular acitivity (system slow downs, pop-ups, strange messages, etc.), run an anti-virus scan and then contact your computer professional immediately.

6. Use email filtering. NetSolutions recommends filtering your email BEFORE it reaches your server.  Call us to protect your Exchange server from spam.

 

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