How to Harden Your Computer With Windows Security
Windows 10 devices come with M&A processes a variety of security tools to help you protect your computer. Windows Security (formerly Microsoft Defender) offers malware and antivirus protection as well as firewall and security settings.
Its robust antimalware software in real-time, Core isolation, and hardware-level security features (like the security processor and Secure Boot) can help to protect you from various types of threats without affecting your device. Windows Security lets you manage your account security along with device sign-in, among other options.
Even if you have the most secure passwords and other security measures in place, it’s possible for malware to slip into your system and cause issues. This is why it’s vital to regularly backup your data and keep your operating system updated. Windows 10 comes with a variety of backup tools, including cloud storage services that make it easy to safeguard your files.
Windows Backup, File History or Recovery Drives can be used to regularly backup your system, and then restore it in the event of an emergency. It’s also worthwhile to consider cloud-based backup options, such as OneDrive and Google Drive, as well as other tools for backup in the enterprise.
Restricting access to your device is vital. Make sure no user has Administrator privileges. This will stop anyone who makes use of your computer from making major changes that could cause harm to your data. You can do this by creating individual Standard accounts or by restricting access to the device using Parental Controls.
Alfonso Moraleja Juárez es Doctor en Filosofía y Ciencias de la Educación por la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid y Graduado en Ciencias Políticas por la UNED. En la actualidad, dirige en la Universidad Autónoma de Madrid la publicación de Filosofía y Letras Cuaderno Gris. Compagina la docencia en el IES Joan Miró con la de alumnos de altas capacidades (PEAC) y con los alumnos del Master MESOB en la UAM.