{"id":58188,"date":"2023-03-05T20:11:02","date_gmt":"2023-03-06T01:11:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cablemanpro.com\/wallstreetpr\/the-one-security-step-you-cant-afford-to-skip-on-your-windows-or-mac-58188"},"modified":"2023-03-05T20:11:02","modified_gmt":"2023-03-06T01:11:02","slug":"the-one-security-step-you-cant-afford-to-skip-on-your-windows-or-mac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cablemanpro.com\/wallstreetpr\/the-one-security-step-you-cant-afford-to-skip-on-your-windows-or-mac-58188","title":{"rendered":"The one security step you can\u2019t afford to skip on your Windows or Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Cybercriminals are always looking for ways to get your money and info, and your phone has one vulnerability you probably never considered. Stop making this simple and dangerous mistake<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Even your printer could serve as a way in for hackers. Here are the security steps you probably didn\u2019t know you should take<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Step away from your computer creates an opportunity for hackers, crooks, or simply nosy people with nothing better to do than snoop. Here’s how to prevent them from getting a look at what you’re doing.<\/p>\n

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You probably lock your phone<\/a> when you put it in your pocket without thinking about it, but what about your computer? The same principle applies \u2014 always lock your device.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Even if you trust the people around you, it doesn\u2019t take more than a passing glance for someone to cause some serious damage. That\u2019s especially true if you work from home and have sensitive business info on your computer.<\/p>\n

Here are some ways to lock your Windows PC:<\/p>\n

TECH HACK:\u00a0<\/strong>Sending and receiving texts on your computer is a total time saver.\u00a0Here\u2019s how to set it up<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Make it easier on yourself and set your computer to lock automatically after a set amount of inactivity. On a Windows machine:<\/p>\n

You can also set your PC to lock automatically when you step away from it. Windows uses devices paired with your PC via Bluetooth to help detect when you\u2019re away. Pretty neat.<\/p>\n

First, you need to pair your device. Your phone is a good choice since you will likely take it when you get up. Find instructions for pairing any device to\u00a0Windows 10 here<\/a> and\u00a0Windows 11 here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With your phone paired to your computer, here\u2019s how to set your computer to lock when it senses your phone has moved away:<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot built into your computer\u2019s settings to keep you safe \u2014 if you know where to look.\u00a0Here are some essentials for Windows PCs and Macs.<\/a><\/p>\n

Use a Mac? Here are some of the different ways to lock your screen.<\/p>\n

Apple smarts:\u00a0<\/strong>Use this advanced search trick to find anything on your Mac<\/a>.<\/p>\n

To set your computer to lock after a set amount of inactivity automatically:<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how to set your Mac to log out when not in use:<\/p>\n

Your laptop may automatically lock when you close the lid, but you should get into the habit of locking it first. You may not push the lid all the way down, and locking your computer every time you step away is good practice, so make it a habit.<\/p>\n

YOU WON’T BELIEVE HOW MUCH MONEY HACKERS GET FROM STEALING YOUR DATA<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t leave your phone unattended<\/a>, right? Anyone walking by could slip it into their pocket. I know this is obvious, but even a locked phone is still a liability to your privacy and security.<\/p>\n

The same goes for\u00a0laptops <\/a>and tablets. If you’re at a coffee shop, it’s not the same as at work. Don’t leave them unattended! Packing up your computer to run to the bathroom might be annoying, but it’s worth it.<\/p>\n

The same applies to flash drives. You can encrypt them, but the temptation for a crook to take yours or you losing it is too great.<\/p>\n

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