Computer Protection and

Internet Safety

Chapter 10

Computer Protection and Internet Safety

Q: Why do we need it? A: Worms, viruses, hackers, and

software/hardware negligence can destroy a computer.

What’s necessary to ensure the best possible experience with E-Tesol?

Hardware/Software Maintenance Computer protection Internet safety

Hardware Maintenance

Some basics include: 1.

2. Avoid any serious impact on the system box and peripherals.

3. Clean dust with compressed air

or small vacuum cleaner.

4. Clean the outside of the system and other equipment carefully with a clean, soft brush, cloth, or facial tissues.

5. Use only approved cleaning solutions while cleaning.

6. Do not press too hard on the screen when cleaning an LCD monitor.

Steps to Keep Your PC Running Smoothly

Back-up files. Delete unnecessary files. Use Scandisk. Defragmentation of the hard drive. Driver updates. Exiting programs & Windows properly.* Software like SyncBack can help with this.

Computer Protection

Purpose: to protect the computer from potential hackers

STEPS: (1) patch the operating system, (2) install antivirus software, (3) install firewall software, (4) get rid of Spyware and Adware, and (5) install a password manager

Patching the Operating System (OS)

For Mac Users Download and Install Patch

For Windows Users Microsoft Windows Updatea. Scan for updatesb. Download & install required updatesc. Restart computer

Installing Antivirus Applications

What for?

To help find, prevent, and get rid of viruses found on the computer.

Which ones are best?

You can find commercial software that you have to pay for and some free ones online.

Commercial Antivirus Software

FREE Windows Antivirus Software

AVG Free

Installing Firewall Software Q: What is a Firewall? A: A firewall is a system designed to prevent

unauthorized access to or from a networked computer. It is a barrier between a user’s computer and the Internet.

Free Firewall Programs Found Online

1. ZoneAlarm

2. Sygate Personal Firewall

Remove Spyware and Adware

Spyware is any software that is installed on a computer and tracks users’ online behavior without their knowledge or consent.

Adware is any software program that causes advertising banners to be displayed to the users.

Spyware/Adware Removal Software Spyware Doctor Ad-Aware

Install a Password Manager

A password manager is a program that helps users store and handle their passwords, credit card numbers, access codes, bank account numbers, PIN (personal identification number) codes, and another private data on the Net.

Free Password Managers 1. TK8Safe

2. Cryptainer LE

* Net users, especially children and ESL learners must be careful of online predators, offensive material, violence, or racist websites are among some of the many things to be watched out for.

*As a teacher, what can YOU do to keep your students safe online?

1. Teach them: YOU NEVER KNOW WHO YOU ARE TALKING TO.

2. Don’t trust everyone you talk to online!

3. Never give out personal information online

4. Filter what they can and cannot see

5. Make internet rules and make sure they are followed.

Damnit, I cant think of a conclusion. Maybe u have an idea….?