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Your PC has many "ports" which are vulnerable to attack from a hacker. When it comes to these ports, they are used to communicate internally with your monitor or printer or externally to the Internet. One example is Port 25 which is used for receiving incoming email and Port 80 is used to connect to the to the Internet.
A unique IP number which is assigned to your computer by Your Internet Service Provide which is required for you to use the Internet is another thing you have. This is how you send and receive information. It also serves as your computer's "address". This is what an IP number looks like: 106.185.21.243. Making your computer very vulnerable is the fact that if you have a broadband or DSL connection then your IP address rarely changes. You are typically assigned a new IP address every time you log on if you connect to the internet via dial up, but this doesn't been you are not vulnerable to attack. With broadband connection you are likely to be on line for longer periods of time giving hackers more opportunity to attack you, and this is another issue to consider.
Hackers use "port scanning" software to hunt for for vulnerable computers with open ports using your computer's IP address. What they will do is send malicious programs through these open ports onto your computer.
Sending out Trojan Viruses disguised as email attachments is another common way that hackers use to gain control of your computers. What hackers would typically do is send out these messages to 1000s of users with enticing headings and an attachment which they are hoping you will open . The virus loads itself onto your computer and allows the hacker to control your computer when the attachment is opened.
Another thing hackers would do is bundle Trojan viruses into free downloads like screensavers which are commonly installed on home user's machines. Illegal P2P networks also circulated large numbers of infected files.
Below are some steps you can take
Make sure you are receiving the latest Window's updates. Do you have a good firewall installed. Install a spyware removal tool get the spyware definitions up to date. At least once a week or after being on line for a long period of time, you need to run a scan. Install an anti virus program and keep the virus definitions up to date. You should carry out a virus scan at least once a week. Using a Spam Filter can help stop dangerous email.
There are further actions you can take.
It's best to leave suspicious looking email messages unopened especially if they have attachments. You need to be careful about what free software you download. Only download from reputable sites. Remember to switch off your broadband connection if you are away from your computer for a long period of time. Don't forget to switch off your computer as well as your broadband at night time. This is especially relevant for wireless network users.
A unique IP number which is assigned to your computer by Your Internet Service Provide which is required for you to use the Internet is another thing you have. This is how you send and receive information. It also serves as your computer's "address". This is what an IP number looks like: 106.185.21.243. Making your computer very vulnerable is the fact that if you have a broadband or DSL connection then your IP address rarely changes. You are typically assigned a new IP address every time you log on if you connect to the internet via dial up, but this doesn't been you are not vulnerable to attack. With broadband connection you are likely to be on line for longer periods of time giving hackers more opportunity to attack you, and this is another issue to consider.
Hackers use "port scanning" software to hunt for for vulnerable computers with open ports using your computer's IP address. What they will do is send malicious programs through these open ports onto your computer.
Sending out Trojan Viruses disguised as email attachments is another common way that hackers use to gain control of your computers. What hackers would typically do is send out these messages to 1000s of users with enticing headings and an attachment which they are hoping you will open . The virus loads itself onto your computer and allows the hacker to control your computer when the attachment is opened.
Another thing hackers would do is bundle Trojan viruses into free downloads like screensavers which are commonly installed on home user's machines. Illegal P2P networks also circulated large numbers of infected files.
Below are some steps you can take
Make sure you are receiving the latest Window's updates. Do you have a good firewall installed. Install a spyware removal tool get the spyware definitions up to date. At least once a week or after being on line for a long period of time, you need to run a scan. Install an anti virus program and keep the virus definitions up to date. You should carry out a virus scan at least once a week. Using a Spam Filter can help stop dangerous email.
There are further actions you can take.
It's best to leave suspicious looking email messages unopened especially if they have attachments. You need to be careful about what free software you download. Only download from reputable sites. Remember to switch off your broadband connection if you are away from your computer for a long period of time. Don't forget to switch off your computer as well as your broadband at night time. This is especially relevant for wireless network users.
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