Computer Safety

Guide to Computer Safety

  1. Setup a firewall

If you don’t already have a firewall, it is highly recommended that you set one up. A firewall is basically a specific type of software designed to keep the bad stuff out such as viruses. Setting up a firewall doesn’t take too much time.

  1. Don’t open random emails

Some emails may contain viruses that attack your computer when opened. If you notice an anonymous email or an email that claims it was sent from windows or another major company, don’t open it until you are certain that you can trust it. Otherwise, just discard it or notify the police.

  1. Never trust anyone with your password (except your parents)Image result for password

Many hacks around the world are caused by exchange of passwords among friends.
Unfortunately, those friends may not be very good at keeping secrets, which eventually leads to others with the knowledge of your passwords.

  1. Avoid sketchy websites

If you notice a website selling the newest, best shoes, don’t trust it. These websites can be frauds that have just gotten hold of your credit card number. The best way to avoid getting scammed online is to simply avoid buying anything online. Instead, just take an extra hour to head out and buy whatever you de

Backing up your data is basically duplicating it and storing it somewhere else safe. This can be done by copying it and place it into an external hard drive or USB key. Data backup can help you recover from the loss of information, whether it was stolen or your computer malfunctioned.

Safety Precautions

  1. Children under the age of six should be kept away from the assembling area. Many components of the PC contain electrical charges, especially the power supply.
  2. Ensure that there is no water or any liquids around the work area to avoid damaging electronic equipment or electrocution.
  3. Keep metal objects away from the motherboard. This includes rings, bracelets, necklaces and any other objects that can conduct an electrical charge. Static charges can seriously compromise the usefulness of the components.
  4. Make the power supply for the PC is turned off before installing or removing and components. If an electrical current is present when removing components, they can be seriously damaged.
  5. Touch another metal or simply make sure your in physical contact with the floor to remove any static charges which may damage sensitive equipment. Make sure that you ground yourself every few minutes.
  6. Take care around sharp objects. The components of a PC may seem harmless but can be as sharp as a knife. A gentle slip of the hand can easily result in large gashes in the flesh.
  7. Remove any loose clothing. The fabric can be caught easily by edges and cause rips and tears in the clothing.
  8. Never dismantle the power supply. It contains high levels of voltage which would potentially shock you. Some shocks that are delivered can be fatal.