7 steps to a secure business

When an update becomes available for a program that you use, install it as soon as possible. Updates fix security vulnerabilities that allow attackers to gain access to your computer.

Computer viruses and spyware are malicious software that can disrupt your workplace computer systems. Install antivirus and antispyware on every PC to help thwart these troublemakers.

A firewall helps stop hackers, viruses, and other threats from reaching your computer. Having firewall protection for every computer in your office is essential.

You should make a backup copy of the critical information stored on your computers. That way you can restore data that is lost or corrupted due to malicious attacks, hard-disk failure, or other causes.

Information on your computer is at risk from any person who sees an opportunity to grab your computer and walk (or run) away with it. Since laptop PCs are portable, they are especially vulnerable.

To help protect your information and network operations, take steps to control access to your internal network from outside your organisation - and also from within.

A computer security plan can help your organisation and employees understand and avoid security risks.