Author: Dan Hampson – Corporate Director of Information Technology
1. Keep your software up to date: Regular updates can feel like a chore, but they’re crucial for protecting against known vulnerabilities that hackers exploit. Set your devices to update automatically wherever possible. This includes your operating system, applications, and any security software you’re using.
2. Back up your data like it’s your digital treasure: Regular backups to an external drive or cloud service ensure that you can recover your important files in case of a cyberattack, such as ransomware or hardware failure.
3. Secure your device with auto-lock: Just like you wouldn’t leave your house door unlocked, don’t leave your devices open for anyone to access. Set them to auto-lock after a period of inactivity and use a strong password or biometric lock to secure them.
4. Be cautious with WiFi networks: Public WiFi networks are convenient but not always secure. Avoid accessing sensitive information or making transactions on these networks. If you need to, use a reputable VPN to encrypt your data, making it much harder for others on the network to snoop on your activities or hijack your session.
