How To Make Windows XP More Secure

Windows XP, one of Microsoft's operating systems, is frequently under attack by viruses and other malicious software simply because it is sopopular. As a result, you may have wondered how you can go about hardening the security on your Windows XP computer to help keep hackers out of it. While this hardening process is not a one-time procedure, there are some strategies you can employ to help keep your computer as safe as possible. You don't have to be a computer expert to employ these strategies, so anyone can harden the security of their XP computer. just Follow some basic steps given below:-

Things You'll Need:-

• Internet access

Steps:-

1. Regularly run Windows Update to keep your computer up-to-date with the latest system and security patches. Many computer break-ins occur because of security holes that are found. Windows Update will download the latest fixes for these security holes from Microsoft, helping keep your system safe and secure. To run Windows Update, click on the "Start" button and "All Programs" and then select "Windows Update" from the program list.
2. Download and install a quality, well-known antivirus suite on your computer. Don't get fooled by fake antivirus programs that claim to protect your system but are, in fact, malicious software in disguise. Stick with antivirus programs that have been independently reviewed and tested so that your computer is as protected as possible. Run your antivirus program on a regular basis, at least once per week but preferably every day.
3. Install a firewall on your computer. While the built-in Windows XP firewall will help keep your computer safe, it doesn't provide a granular level of control of seeing which programs are connecting to and from your computer. Installing a third-party firewall will give you more flexibility and ease in keeping your computer safe.
4. Install and run an antimalware program periodically. Antimalware programs can pick up some types of malicious software that antivirus programs can't detect, so it's good to do a periodic sweep of your computer with an antimalware program to ensure that it stays safe and protected.
5. Don't download files from unknown or suspect websites, and don't visit websites that look suspicious. Many viruses and malware are included with files that can be downloaded online, and even visiting a website without downloading a file can infect your computer. Download files from well-known, trusted websites only.