NSWays

When we connect our computer to the internet, our system are vulnerable to get hack and virus/malware. Anti-virus and firewall software are one of the best way for the user to protect them self from getting hack and infected the system with malware. Below are some of the way to protect yourself without the need of these resourceful software.

1. Don’t use MS Windows. :)  Most malware engineer target MS Window, therefore if you use other Operating System, you have a high chance of not getting target.

2. For windows user (me):
1. Create one account with low privilege such as guest or user. Use this account as your daily usage.
1.  Go to Control Panel
2. Select User Account
3. Create new account
2. Turn on MS Window Firewall and setup auto update.
3. Use Firefox as your browser
1. add noscript plugin - disable javascript from automatically run. Protect from browser exploit.

4. Change your browser user string to something else. This will fake yourself from the hacker.
IE: http://www.pctools.com/guides/registry/detail/799/
Firefox: http://johnbokma.com/mexit/2004/04/24/changinguseragent.html

5. Use SysInternal software as your monitor system. Use TcpView and Process Explorer to monitor your process and internet connection.
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb842062.aspx

6. Use PortMonitor from nsways.com/software to monitor networks. But it’s still alpha so wait for next release.

7. Uncheck “Hide Extensions…” in Folder Options->View. Know what you clicking.

8. Never open anythings unless you 100% trust that file. That include file send by your family or friend or co-worker. Trust no one.

That’s all for now, I will update the list soon.

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