2006-12-14 11:54:17 · 8 answers · asked by The man 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
You really can't. If there's a way out, there will always be a way in.
But you can certainly limit the attacks.
1. Install an anti-virus software.
2. Protect your PC with a Firewall.
3. Make sure you also run updates on your operating system.
4. Secure your wireless network if you use one.
Good luck :)
2006-12-14 11:57:28 · answer #1 · answered by immygrant 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try these...
1) If you're running windows, ensure that you have the latest Windows Updates (Start > All Programs > Windows Update). You can also configure your PC to automatically download and install updates. (Right-click on My Computers > Properties > Automatic Updates tab > select the Automatic Option)
2) Enable Windows Firewall if you're using XP SP2.
3) Install ZoneAlarm firewall. AVG Free AntiVirus software, and Spybot....all these are free and effective. See the links below for locations
4) Buy a hardware firewall...there are several routers out there that will do this for you. Make sure all computers in your home connect to the router, then connect the router to the outside world. BE SURE TO CHANGE THE ROUTER'S DEFAULT PASSWORD TO SOMETHING VERY VERY STRONG (sorry for the caps, but this is very important). If you have a wireless network, be sure to encrypt your connection.
5) Lastly, create strong/complex passwords and change it frequently.
Let me know if you have further questions or need help setting things up
2006-12-14 12:53:35 · answer #2 · answered by amd64cpu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good antivirus and a good firewall (not windows firewall) should do the trick....
2006-12-14 23:34:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
firewalls called
Zonealarm (awarded best firewall)
Bulldog
2006-12-14 11:56:11 · answer #4 · answered by max 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you can`t if they want in they will get in!!!!!!!!! the only way don`t go on line
2006-12-14 11:56:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
norton antivirus
macfree
google
2006-12-14 12:00:17 · answer #6 · answered by agent_starfire 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
get a hardware firewall, if you don't already have one...need more help? email me - :)
2006-12-14 11:56:56 · answer #7 · answered by T G 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
use a typewritter, it's foolproof.
2006-12-14 11:55:52 · answer #8 · answered by Tru Warrior 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋