Guides

• Protecting Your Computer from Viruses and Other Internet Security Threats Guide (.pdf)

General

• How to Protect Your Personal Computer
• Securing Your Office Computer
• Spyware 101
• Additional Tips for Preventing Viruses and Spyware
• Top Viruses
• Recommended Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, and Firewall Software

Procedures

• Create a Non-Administrator User Account
• Perform a Full Virus or Spyware Scan
• Scan Your Computer for Windows Updates
• Turn Off File Sharing
• Turn System Restore Off or On
• Turn Off Third-Party Browser Extensions in Internet Explorer
• Turn On Automatic Updates
• Turn On the Built-In Windows Firewall