It is very important to safeguard your computer and protect your privacy while surfing the Internet. What can you do to prevent cybercriminals from getting hold of your personal data? How do you safely use the Internet without contracting viruses on your computer? How do you make sure it is safe to shop online or do your Internet banking?
In this book we explain how to protect your computer from viruses and spyware. We also discuss some of the measures you can take when browsing the Internet or sending and receiving email.
It is also very important that you create regular backups of your computer. A backup copy will protect you from losing your valuable personal files and photos in case your computer crashes. The last topic in this step-by-step book is maintenance. We will show you how you can clean up your computer by deleting unneeded programs and files, and checking your hard disk for errors. This helps to make your computer function faster and also more efficiently.
In short, this comprehensive title is indispensable for any computer user that values good security measures, privacy, and a well-functioning computer!
Learn how to:- Protect your computer from viruses and spyware
- Prevent spam
- Manage the privacy and security settings
- Shop safely online
- Use online banking and take security measures
- Use Facebook and Twitter safely
- Create backups
- Defrag and optimize the hard drive
Suitable for:Windows 8.1 and Windows 7
Studio Visual Steps is a team of experienced professionals dedicated to producing useful and informative technology titles. The authors work together on the development of Visual Steps books along with a team of editors. The name Studio Visual Steps stands for the excellent quality found in every Visual Steps product. Whether that is a book, booklet or software guide, you can be sure that they are always written and constructed according to the Visual Steps Method.
The Visual Steps Method (or Visual Steps concept) distinguishes itself in a number of ways from traditional instructional methods. Attention is made to the special needs and requirements of the mature individual. Take a closer look at some of the features of the Visual Steps Method.
Each product:
- Allows you to start right away learning in a friendly, fun, hands-on manner.
- Uses a larger print format that is easier on the eyes.
- Contains easy to understand, visually oriented, step-by-step instructions.
- Has an extensive use of screen shots and illustrations.
- Features practical, useful information, tips and helpful hints.
- Offers special help topics for do-it-yourself error correcting.
- Includes follow-up exercises to reinforce your new skills and increase your confidence.
- Offers an extensive index.
With every book you can take a look inside a typical computer book from Visual Steps.
