The World Wide Web is open to anyone. It has no restriction for use and exchange of information. Your online presence can be tracked either by introducing malware into your system or by listening-in to your interaction with business associates, friends and family.
Here are some expert tips on how to avert websites and individuals from tracking you on the Internet:
# 1: Original software: Make sure you always buy the latest and original operating system as well as anti-virus software. Every time you log onto the Internet the automatic updates will protect your system against new spyware and malware.
# 2: One anti-virus: There can be a clash of operation if you have additional anti-virus software installed on your computer. Both may or may not produce the same results when running a scan.
# 3: Administrative account: A spyware can access your information through your online activity. When you use an admin account you are jeopardizing company related information as well as your personal. Also, it is easier to remove malware from a PC than a LAN.
# 4: Free downloads: Always download freebies from their original websites rather than shareware product line. You do not know the antecedents of these sites. Hidden spyware may be introduced into your PC system with the download.
# 5: Email links: It is best to delete these emails rather than risk your system:
An email from a stranger in your Inbox instead of Spam folder. The mail asks you to click on the given link to win a prize, lottery, or something equally ridiculous!
An email supposedly from one of your contacts. If you click on the link, you will see something very amusing on the PC. Yes, it is going to be amusing for the hacker! This suggests that you need to create a new email id as this one’s been compromised.
# 6: Online forms: When you are filling in your personal or business details (especially banking information) in an online form, it is advisable to check the authenticity of the company before you input data. For example, if you want to purchase apparel from a particular website, Google for any complaints and litigation about the company before you decide to buy something online.
# 7: Strong firewall: Some operating systems and modems have integrated firewalls against spyware and malware. They usually switch off suspect data from passing into your system. Most of these nefarious software are designed to infiltrate the firewall, but not without leaving traces of their presence behind. Check whether your firewall is turned “on” in the systems tools.
# 8: Internet Protocol hider service: Don’t be tempted by websites offering their services to hide your IP address every time you log onto the Internet. They will gain access to and will store all your information that can be used against you.
# 9: Encryption: Using POPS, FTPS, IMAPS, HTTPS, SFTP, etc is far safer than simple data transfer protocols. When the web page gives the indication that the certification does not match, there is something fishy about the site and it is best to abort whatever you are doing. And avoid connections through a proxy whenever you can.
# 10: Safety when gaming: If you can’t spend a single day without gaming, Linux operating system is safer. This is because very few games have been designed with malicious intent that can infiltrate Linux. And whatever has been created so far has been disabled by the OS updates. With these simple steps you can definitely avert websites from tracking you on the Internet and infiltrating your personal information or injecting malware.
Theresa likes to follow technology related news which enables her to write comprehensive insights and reviews on gadgets, software, mobile phones and other technology stuffs. She is currently working as a writer for FTV - http://www.ftv123.com, offering fios TV deals and services.
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