About our SID activities
- Protected by security software: A powerful security solution is part of the basic equipment of any web-enabled computer. This should not only include virus protection but also a spam filter, firewall and real-time protection against online threats.
- Close software security holes: You should use updates to ensure that the operating system, software and apps you use are always fully up to date. This will help users close security holes that criminals could otherwise exploit for attacks.
- Send it straight to the digital recycle bin: Delete spam email immediately and avoid opening any embedded links or file attachments under any circumstances.
- Change passwords: Users should periodically change passwords for online user accounts held with stores or social networks and use a unique password for each portal. A strong password consists of a random sequence of uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. When managing passwords, a Password Manager can come in useful.
- Back up data: Users should back up all important data so it can be restored after a system crash or infection. Comprehensive security solutions frequently contain a backup module.
- Children's safety on the internet: Parents should teach their children how to use the internet safely. Parental controls help them achieve that and prevent their offspring from accessing websites related to drugs, violence and sex.
- Install a security solution: A security app is part of the basic equipment for Android smartphones and tablets as well. The application should offer comprehensive protection against malware and malicious apps.
- Trustworthy apps: You should only get your applications from trustworthy sources. When choosing apps, you should pay attention to the authorisations they require and think about whether you really need the application.
- Only activate Bluetooth and GPS when necessary: Users should only activate wireless services like WLAN, GPS and Bluetooth when they are actually using them and deactivate them again afterwards.
- Check security settings: Users should activate the password prompt function and replace standard passwords with personal ones.
- Not everyone is your friend: You should only accept friend requests if you actually know the person behind them.
- Beware of short URLs: Abbreviated links can lead to a malware trap. Users should be very careful and ideally not click on URLs from strangers.
- Do not reveal too much about yourself: Users of social networks should not reveal too much information about themselves and not publish private information such as postal address or mobile number on their profile.
What we are doing to support the SID 2018 theme of "Create, connect and share respect: A better internet starts with you"…
G DATA supports Safer Internet Day 2018 and urges internet users to exercise more vigilance and safety on the internet. The German IT security provider is helping users to do this by offering some easy-to-apply security tips and will support the day with articles in their own blog and social media activities.
About us
G DATA Software AG, with its head office in Bochum, is an innovative and quickly expanding software house focusing on antivirus security solutions. As a specialist in internet security and pioneer in the field of virus protection, the company, founded in Bochum in 1985, developed the first antivirus program more than 20 years ago and celebrated its 25th birthday in 2010. Consequently G DATA is among the eldest security software companies in the world.
