Threats and Precautions

These days many threats await the unwary computer user; these are detailed on our threats page. To avoid becoming a victim it is necessary to have a number of precautions in place such as anti-virus software, and to be very prudent in your on-line behaviour.

This is the recognised 'onion-skin' approach to security; one layer of defence if not enough.

On these pages we shall suggest various ways in which you can take care of your computers and their data.

Realise the importance of backing up.

Be familiar with the main threats to your computer(s)

Learn how to be prudent in your behaviour

For help with a range of typical problems download our advice sheets

Advice Sheets

We have a range of useful advice sheets, which we suggest you print off and keep to hand. Some of these you can think of as 'First Aid' for your systems should problems arise. Others are general tips and how to do things.

Topics covered include ways backing up, configuring emails, troubleshooting email issues, and recovering from problems.

Note it is necessary to register first, before you can download the sheet(s)

Go to the registration page

Advice and Help for Businesses and Computer Users

Threats, Precautions and First Aid for your IT system.

Córas IT aims to support your whole system:- computers and users. We are not just there for when a computer crisis arises, but we hope to provide advice which prevents problems or avoids a costly call-out. This way you can keep your business moving forward.

On these pages we cover the many threats facing the computers in your business, and the precautions you can take against them. We also make available downloadable help sheets for self-help or "first aid". These are list in the side-panel on the right.

A multi-layered approcah to computer securityBackup your data

The single most important precaution you can take is to backup your data. The data used in your business is the most valuable part of your computer system.

Install Security Software

To defend your business against the varied threats, you need a range of software such as anti-virus and anti-spam software.

Be Vigilant

Be conscious of the ways in which your system could become compromised, and always be prudent and cautious.

As computer use becomes increasingly widespread, the threats to your computers from malicious software and other approaches increases. These threats can slow your system down, damage it so that only a complete re-installation will repair it, or access you personal information and bank details.

These threats can be divided into two groups Malicious Software and Other Dangers including a lack of care and attention.

Malicious Software takes the form of Viruses, Worms, Trojans etc. Other threats include Spam and 'Phising' emails which try to get you to disclose sensitive information. Another problem may be 'Hackers' who try to gain access to your computer to control it or steal data. Finally there are 'teenagers' - this group often appear and behave computer savvy, but yet may be unaware of the hazards out there on the Internet.

 

Our focus is as much on YOU the 'user' and your staff; as on your systems and configuration. A aim is to help you avoid problems so that problems with your system do not interrupt your business.