Key Defences

Guard

	Make sure you have a regular Backup routine - and test to see if you can get your files back!
	Keep your Virus Scanning software up-to-date!

To protect your computer fully against the latest threats, you must also:

	Install Firewall software
	Update Windows.
	Close any unnecessary System Loopholes

You can read more about security precautions at this US website (external) and in this resource (external) from Microsoft.