I can install/activate on my devices protection software and functions (malware detectors, antivirus antispam, pop-up blockers on the web browser, protection from theft, locking the screen etc.) and I know how to scan a device (USB, hard disk, etc.)

Antivirus and antispyware software guard digital devices against malware and other threats. It is not just for computers – it can also be installed on smartphones and tablets and other digital devices. Digital device users should scan devices weekly with antivirus software. Anti-virus software cannot protect against every threat, but it will detect and remove most of them. To achieve the best possible protection from this kind of software, users must do updates to software, because every day new malware is created.

How to Install Avast Free Antivirus?

Most common antivirus software:

ESET

Kaspersky

Avast

....

Some of them can be used free of charge, but it is recommended and worth paying for a trusted and quality product of this type.

Now we will proceed with the example of AVAST.


Step 1 - Go to avast.com and download the software by specifying your OS version.

Step 2 - Wait till the download process is complete and then run the file.


Step 3 - Click the Avast Security option on the next page and follow the prompts displayed to install the avast Antivirus software on your system.


Step 4 - The app will launch once the installation process is complete.

Step 5 - Click on RUN FIRST SCAN. 


Practical exercise: 
please try to install/activate protection software/functions on your device. You will be asked about it during the assessment later at the end of this module.


Scanning folders and USB flash drivers with antivirus

Running virus scanners on specific folders where we put some content from the internet or scanning USB drivers is a good way to protect the digital devices from unwanted malware.
Scanning folders:

Right-click on the folder that you wish to scan with software choose “Scan selected items for viruses”


Scanning USB drivers 
Most modern antivirus software detects when a USB flash drive is inserted and asks for a scan. In case you need to do a manual scan of the USB flash drive here are steps:

Step 1 - Find your USB drive on the device.

Step 2 - Right-click on the USB flash drive and scan with antivirus that you have on your device

Practical exercise:
please try to scan device (hardrive or USB) for potential viruses. You will be asked about it during the assessment later at the end of this module.


How to Install pop-up blocker?

Step 1 - Go  to adblockplus.org 

Step 2 - The site will detect the version of browser that you use and give you the option to download for a specific browser

Step 3 - Follow the link to the addon page of the browser that you use and add pop up blocker

(Example Google Chrome)


Locking screen of digital device

Each time you turn on your device or wake up the screen, you will be asked to unlock your device, it is advised to protect the device with a password or pin because the unlocking screen will trigger authentication. Mobile devices will lock the screen with the press of the power button.

4 ways to lock your Windows 10 

1. Hit the Windows key and the L key on your keyboard. The keyboard shortcut for the lock!

2. Press Ctrl-Alt-Delete. On the menu that pops up, click Lock..

3. Click the Start button Windows 10 Start Menu Flickering - How To Fix? [SOLVED] in the bottom-left corner. Click your user icon and then select Lock.

 



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