Using the Internet Safely For Seniors

Figure 15-4

If you set Windows Update to run automatically, be

forewarned that when it runs, it might also automati-

cally restart your computer to finish the update instal-

lation sequence. Although it displays a pop-up

message warning that it’s about to do this, it’s easy to

miss. Then you might be startled to find that whatever

you’re working on shuts down and your computer

restarts when you least expect it. Pick a time to check

for updates when you know the computer will be on

but not likely to be in use (for example, two in the

morning if your computer is always on).

Enable the Windows Firewall

A firewallis a program that protects your computer from the outside

world, preventing others from accessing your computer and stopping the

downloading of dangerous programs such as viruses. With a firewall on,

Click this button

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