One of the main concerns we have when visiting a website or checking our email is security. Are we really safe from external threats like viruses, trojans, malware or phishing? What can we do in order to keep safe online?

To begin with, you have to know that every device that is connected to the Internet can be put at risk. You must start by installing an antivirus software and keep it updated. You also may consider having a different password for every Internet service or online account that you have. The passwords must contain capital letters, numbers and special characters.

To continue, some downloaded software (usually pirated software) may contain malware, which is a malicious software that can damage your device or infiltrate in order to obtain some information from you without your permission. You also have to be very careful with some files attached to your mailbox messages.

Finally, avoid any suspicious website and suspect from any downloaded file before you open it. If you follow all these tips you are less likely to be attacked or hacked.