Disadvantages Of Windows Operating System

The operating system which I am choosing is Windows Operating System. According to me this operating system provides fast updates and fairly secure. Developers in Microsoft do a reasonably great job at making windows operating systems secure before they release any version of it. But as we know hackers at the same time doesn’t take long to discover its security weakness and exploit them to infiltrate networks, steal data and take over or disable systems. Developers at Microsoft too realize that and they are prompt in fixing those loopholes by plugging and repairing them. Microsoft accomplishes this through regular updates available to all users of genuine Windows products. Because Microsoft usually releases security updates within a few days

If a hacker is somehow able to gain access to your computer while you are logged in as an administrator, he will instantly have much more access to critical and sensitive areas on your PC. Microsoft Security bulletins released in 2013 reveal that 92 percent of critical vulnerabilities in Windows could be mitigated, reduced or eliminated if users were not set up as administrators. Therefore, you should create two accounts in Windows - one with administrator rights and one without. Since Windows limits access to many areas for non-admin user accounts, your PC and data are much less at risk.

Temporary Internet Files

Sometimes, though, AV and anti-malware programs may not detect or remove the bad files if they are in .ZIP or other compressed formats and stored inside your browser or temporary Internet files cache. Deleting temporary Internet files regularly also helps to improve hard drive performance, which means a faster PC. Deleting temporary Internet files varies depending on the Web browser you use.

If it’s Chrome/Internet explorer:

Control PanelNetwork and Internet  Internet OptionsGeneral  Delete (browsing History) Delete

If it’s Firefox (one can delete file directly from browser)

In Menu bar  History Clear recent History

Data Management and

Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware Software: it is imperative that you install anti-virus and anti-malware programs on your computer and keep them updated. This will help protect you from spyware and viruses that send document data stealthily to remote computers.

3. Firewall: Firewalls are an essential component in protecting your personal data and information. Most good anti-virus suites include a firewall that limits access to your computer. Windows includes a personal firewall that is reliable - as long as it 's enabled. Therefore, always ensure that you have a firewall application active on your computer to keep hackers and intruders from simply viewing or downloading documents on your PC.

4. Phishing Emails: Criminals and hackers use phishing emails to solicit passwords, social security numbers and other important personal information by utilizing fake templates and email addresses that resemble those of legitimate banks and websites. If you receive an email that does, mark it as SPAM and delete it immediately.

5. Surfing Safely: Keeping your browser updated to the latest version will help considerably in avoiding phishing or malicious websites. When visiting any website that requests your personal information, look for the padlock icon in the lower-right corner or the address bar of the browser window. If you don 't see the padlock icon, don 't enter any information that could identify