Tools for a Safer PC. An important aspect of securing any system is the concept of “defense-in-depth,” or having multiple layers of security and not depending on any one approach or technology to block all attacks. Here are some links to tools and approaches that I have found useful in stopping malware from invading a PC. Your mileage may vary. Learn, Memorize, Practice the 3 Rules Follow Krebs’s 3 Basic Rules for online safety, and you will drastically reduce the chances of handing control over your computer to the bad guys.
In short, 1) If you didn’t go looking for it, don’t install it; 2) If you installed, update it. 3) If you no longer need it, get rid of it! Keep Up-to-Date with Updates! It shouldn’t be this way, but the truth is that most software needs regular updating. Put a Leash on Javascript Most Web sites use JavaScript, a powerful scripting language that helps make sites interactive. Firefox has many extensions and add-ons that make surfing the Web a safer experience. Microsoft EMET Avast AVG Free. Apple. Check and Map your Current IP address. Mac Rumors: Apple Mac Rumors and News You Care About.