Webroot Software, Internet security developer, recently warned PC users of threatening Internet-borne threats and identity thieves while seeking love online. Webroot cautions that spammers, spyware purveyors, online predators or identity thieves are inadvertently posting personal information to commit theft of users’ personal or confidential info. In addition, the malware designers are bringing about fraudulent profiles on many a social networking sites to target and exert a pull on the large deployed base of users.
Peter Watkins, CEO of Webroot Software said,
Social networking and online dating sites can offer cyber criminals a wealth of information and opportunities. Despite the best efforts and strong recommendations by many of these hosting sites, users can still be exposed to dangerous malware attacks and criminals bent on thievery. Users need to be smart about the information they post online and make sure they use a proven Internet security solution that offers daily definition updates against the most malicious types of malware.
To make sure the protection of all Internet users while seeking love online, Webroot has suggested the following practical guidelines:
(1) Scan Before You Search:
Webroot provides Internet users with a free PC scan to test out for precarious threat infections ahead of hitting the Web. By just making a visit to www.webroot.com, users are allowed to sprint a fast and thorough scan of their system and then feel self-assured that their PCs are protected prior to seek love.
(2) Stay Updated:
Users are expected to ensure they are all the time operating the most up-to-date versions of a confirmed best of breed anti-spyware and anti-virus solution such as Spy Sweeper with AntiVirus. Webroot also suggests sprinting a complete system scan at least once a week.
(3) Protect All Users:
Given the latest reports of adult users creating younger online profiles to exert a pull on teens, parents are advised to install an effectual parental control program as Webroot Child Safe to make sure their child’s protection always.
