computer systems security
Thinknetfirst deliver the best security practices for your computer systems. Our advice and guidance is based on our own experiences and an excellent portfolio of security products delivered by our security partners. Everything we recommend has been fully tested by our own team and our recommendations are used internally.
We guarantee we would not recommend, sell or advise on any product, service or procedure that we would not be happy to use ourselves.
Protect Your Computer(s):
Our experts can help you understand the issues and take the appropriate counter-measures.
- Use an effective firewall - they keep out computer hackers and some viruses.
- Install effective anti-virus software - prevent virus infections and keep the software updated.
- Prevent Spyware and other malicious software - spyware is a menace that can allow other people in to your computer.
- Keep Windows updated - if you have properly licensed copies of Microsoft software, you are entitled to all the latest updates and security patches and you can download them easily.
- Block unwanted email - spam email is a security risk often containing viruses or spyware/ Managing it wastes your time.
- Use instant messaging securely - instant messaging systems can be open to fraud, viruses, other malicious software and hacking.
- Secure your wireless networks -wireless networks are vulnerable so make sure they are set up securely.
- Make regular backups - protect your valuable data by making backups routinely and storing them safely.
Protect Your Identity:
Thinknetfirst consultants will help you tackle this fast growing threat will the best defence strategies.
- Bank online safely - protect your bank details and avoid identity theft.
- Shop online securely - only use online retailers who have secure payment systems and avoid scams.
- Avoid fake websites - check newly visited websites with care, criminals often create very good fake websites
- Avoid unsafe websites - use your instincts and commonsense - if it looks dodgy it probably is.
- Use strong passwords - not obviously guessed words or names.
- Use online auctions safely - read the online guides provided and exercise commonsense.
Protect Your Business:
We believe this is a essential investment strategy, after all how many busineses could continue effective operations without their computer systems. Lack of access to critical business data and information could seriously impact the financial health of any business. Our consultants can advise you how to tackle the essentials.
- Write a security plan - we can show you how.
- Implement strong physical security - don't leave your system open to thieves.
- Prevent corporate fraud - protect systems from online cyber-criminals.
- Stop employees cyber slacking - don't let employees waste time online.
- Comply with the Data Protection Act - ensure you are legally compliant
- Prevent data theft using portable devices - manage portable devices carefully.
- Secure remote access - implement secure system access for mobile employees.
- Control access to business data - using carefully managed policies.
- Write effective staff policies and train them out - training staff is key to security.
- Use strong encryption for critical data - encrypt key data for extra security.
Need more information?
If you would like more information about our services please contact us;
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