BBB Tip of the Week: Take steps to protect your PC, network
Ransomware is now a common topic among business owners and computer users. A patch is a piece of software used to correct a problem within an operating system or software program. These patches can prevent ransomware attacks. If you have a PC or network using Microsoft Windows operating systems, you may be aware of updates and patches being made recently. Many of us remember the WannaCry global outbreak last month that affected thousands. Microsoft warns of an elevated risk of cyberattacks and is releasing new updates.
The Better Business Bureau wants you to know what this means to you:
Recent updates: Last week’s updates included patches to Windows XP, Windows Vista and Server 2003 products. These are unsupported, but still widely used. If you have one of these operating systems, you must update them manually.
Check your operating system: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7 and Windows Server releases after 2008 will automatically be updated. Enable Windows updates.
Update early and often: It can be annoying or inconvenient, but always do the updates sent to you because they contain additional security features.
Lock-it-down: Make sure your security software is current and updated. It is no longer a “set-it-and-forget-it” world. Routine security maintenance is necessary to protect your data
Think Before You Click: Don’t click on links from people you don’t know or aren’t sure of what they contain.