Scottsdale, AZ -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/09/2014 -- With over a billion computers online each day, the threat of AdWare has never been greater. One local IT company, Jupiter Support provides expert tips on how to stay safe from viruses.
In a recent report by AVG Threat Labs , an estimated 15% of global computers systems are currently affected by viruses in the month of September. It’s these analytics that have many looking for protecting some adware generic viruses are users become more social online – with Americans spending an average of 3.2 hours on social media each day, it’s become increasingly easier for attackers to compromise millions of computers worldwide.
“When you crunch the numbers, one in five computers globally are affected by the Adware Generic Virus. This ratio is increasingly high considering there are more than a billion PC's being used around the world daily. This software’s methods to solicit Internet-based commercial marketing efforts are not only illegal in many countries, but they also cause a major security risk and headache to users,” says JupiterSupport.com’s own Diane McDonald.
Jupiter Support is a global IT company with its main office here in the United States. The company specializes in helping people with high-quality tech support right in their homes through the use of remote repair – which helps keep costs low.
The company offers some simple preventive measures when it comes to personal computers and keeping them virus-free:
- Stay up to Date: Make sure the operating system and other software is updated regularly as the latest versions will contain patches for security vulnerabilities.
- Install Anti-Virus Software: This will guard against viruses, worms, spyware and trojans. This software should scan files are they are being downloaded and block the activities of malware components. It should also intercept attempts to install startup items or modify browser settings.
- Do a full computer scan regularly: Scan the computer regularly for malware (at least once every month) to detect and remove malware that has already been installed on the computer.
- Use caution: When following links on the internet, be especially cautious on social networking sites and other pages unfamiliar . Images and videos that go viral can infect huge numbers of computers very quickly.
- Don’t install unknown software: Some websites offer free software. Before download, ask : ‘Why would anyone give away software for free?’ More than likely there’s a catch, such as an unwelcome piece of malware hidden within the freebie.
- Steer clear of pop-up ads: Many malicious websites try to install malware on the system by making images look like pop-up windows.
- Backup: Backup the files on an external hard-disk or other media. The only way to get rid of malware is to format the hard disk and reinstall the operating system. This prevents from losing the files.
- Be ultra-cautious when using mobile banking
Hiring a professional computer repair service like JupiterSupport.com is one the best measure to ensure computers stay virus free. In an effort to carter to their vast clientele, Jupiter Support provides 24/7 support and offers the unique ability to fix any IT issues remotely while users watch right from home. Customers no longer need to drop their computer off at a repair shop, or go days without a computer while in repair. Not only does this save time and money for consumers, but allows the company to keep costs low overall which lead to overall benefits.
About Jupiter Support
Founded in 2010, Jupiter Support is a global IT company based in Scottsdale, Arizona. They are a premier computer service company that works to help small businesses and busy consumers with affordable IT support. The company focuses on maintaining a high level of customer service – through monitorization and at home service and repair.
For media inquiries regarding Jupiter Support, individuals are encouraged to contact Media Relations Director, Diane McDonald directly at 800-860-8467 or via email at pr@jupitersupport.com
To learn more about the company or their 24/7 IT services, please visit:
http://www.jupitersupport.com/
Diane McDonald,
Media Relations Director
Jupiter's Support
7150 E. Camelback Rd. Suite 444,
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
USA
800-860-8667
pr@jupitersupport.com
http://www.jupitersupport.com/