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WHAT KIND of software should I use to protect my computer from ransomware?
AN up-to-date anti-malware running on your computer is one way to help block ransomware - malicious software that wants to invade your system and encrypt your files with-
Demands for payment to release them.
Several companies make programs that guard against ransomware and other threats, including Bitdefender, Antivirus Plus and Webroot Secure Anywhere Antivirus [both less than $40].
PCMag.com is one site that regularly reviews and rates new security software., and you can find reviews from other technology sites around the web.
If you want a specific program to protect your files from online hijacking, you have options there, too.
ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware is available to download with a free 30-day trial. Trend Micro's page has free or trial ransomware protecting programs, and Bitdefender has a free Anti-Ransomware Tool of its own.
Most ransomware programs are aimed at Windows computers, and Microsoft has its own online guide to protecting your PC from ransomware.
The company also includes its Windows Defender Security Center utility for protecting Windows 10, if you do not want to install a third-party program.
Macs are smaller targets for most virus writers, but Mac-specific ransomware is out there. If Apple's built in protection for its operating-system do not put the mind at ease, commercial Mac security software is readily available.
Bitedefender and Webroot make Mac versions of their programs.
Assuming a stance of ''defensive computing'' can help shield you from internet scammers. Keep your files backed up regularly.
The United States Federal Trade Commission's OnGuard Online site has tips and videos on protecting yourself from ransomware and other threats.
[J.D.Biersdorfer].
AN up-to-date anti-malware running on your computer is one way to help block ransomware - malicious software that wants to invade your system and encrypt your files with-
Demands for payment to release them.
Several companies make programs that guard against ransomware and other threats, including Bitdefender, Antivirus Plus and Webroot Secure Anywhere Antivirus [both less than $40].
PCMag.com is one site that regularly reviews and rates new security software., and you can find reviews from other technology sites around the web.If you want a specific program to protect your files from online hijacking, you have options there, too.
ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware is available to download with a free 30-day trial. Trend Micro's page has free or trial ransomware protecting programs, and Bitdefender has a free Anti-Ransomware Tool of its own.
Most ransomware programs are aimed at Windows computers, and Microsoft has its own online guide to protecting your PC from ransomware.
The company also includes its Windows Defender Security Center utility for protecting Windows 10, if you do not want to install a third-party program.
Macs are smaller targets for most virus writers, but Mac-specific ransomware is out there. If Apple's built in protection for its operating-system do not put the mind at ease, commercial Mac security software is readily available.
Bitedefender and Webroot make Mac versions of their programs.
Assuming a stance of ''defensive computing'' can help shield you from internet scammers. Keep your files backed up regularly.
The United States Federal Trade Commission's OnGuard Online site has tips and videos on protecting yourself from ransomware and other threats.
[J.D.Biersdorfer].
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