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How to keep your computer protected from the latest security threats

Solution IDLast Updated
1054700Date : 2011/05/10 Time: 5:35 AM (PST)


Product/VersionPlatform
Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware - 2008, 2009, 2010; Trend Micro Internet Security - 2008, 2009, 2010; Trend Micro Internet Security Pro - 2008, 2009, 2010
Windows - 7 32-bit, Vista 32-bit, Vista 64-bit, XP Home

Problem Description

This article gives you a to-do list to keep your computer protected from viruses, spyware and other security threats.

Solution

To make sure you are protected from the latest viruses, spyware, and other security threats, please do the following:

 

1.

Make sure your Windows operating system is running the latest security updates and service pack.

 

 

 

For instructions on updating your operating system, check this solution: How to apply Microsoft Windows Updates to patch vulnerabilities detected by Trend Micro programs.

 

 

2.

Install the latest version of your Trend Micro program on your computer. To check if you are eligible to upgrade to the latest version, click the program you are using:

 

 

 

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Trend Micro Internet Security Pro

 

 

 

 

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Trend Micro Internet Security

 

 

 

 

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Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware

 

 

 

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Keep your Trend Micro program updated.

 

 

 

To make sure your program has the latest available updates, open your program’s main console, then click Update Now. For detailed instructions on how to do this, check this solution: How do I update my 2008 or 2009 Trend Micro program?

 

 

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After installing the latest version, run a full system scan at least once a week. For instructions, click on the program you are using:

 

 

 

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Trend Micro Internet Security Pro

 

 

 

 

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Trend Micro Internet Security

 

 

 

 

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Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware

 

 

 


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