Antivirus Tip: The majority of websites record where you have visited. Be sure to stick to websites you know as the information collected becomes product ads.

Antivirus Tip: Your local library usually has trained staff who can help you with online research. Make use of this public resource to avoid infected websites.

Antivirus Tip: Remember to teach children that age restrictions on websites are there for a reason, and to protect them from potential harm.

Antivirus Tip: Rather than keeping track of all your accounts on your device, write down each account username and password, then keep it in a safe.

Antivirus Tip: When downloading files from the internet, make sure that the source is reliable and reputable.

Antivirus Tip: If you must shop online, use a secure device that has a strong firewall and always make sure they have SMS verification.

Antivirus Tip: When setting up your email, enable a two-step verification that includes sending an SMS to your cellphone for added security.

Antivirus Tip: When confirming if a website is legitimate and not a spoof, carefully check if all spelling on the page is correct before you click.

Antivirus Tip: Any e-mails or messages that demand you ‘act now’ are very likely to be phishing attempts, and must be ignored and deleted.

Antivirus Tip: If you believe the website you are currently viewing may be unsafe, odds are it may just be. Close the web browser and run an intense AV scan.