Tag: Infected Add-Ons

6 Ways to Protect Yourself from Viruses

Did you know that computer viruses can now take pictures of you or worse yet, live video? Well they can, and I’ve witnessed it! It’s a pretty scary thing; who knows what kind of information we are unknowingly giving these people. The question is this…is someone really recording the video or is it in the virus programmed to scare you? Either way, don’t take the risk! Here are a few things you can do to protect yourself.

1.) Tape your webcam if you’re not using it or face it towards the ceiling.

2.) Unplug your microphone when you’re not using it.

3.) Check your add-ons in Chrome, FireFox and Internet Explorer.

4.) Hang up on anyone calling you to tell you that your computer is infected.

5.) When adding new software, beware of the new software they will load on your computer, such as the “Ask Toolbar,” “Mcafee Security Scan,” etc.

6.) If you suspect you may have a virus, have your computer looked at by a professional (like Call That Girl!) ASAP.