Keeping in mind the vulnerabilities of computer s data from different Internet related threats, Microsoft has introduced some key security features in latest Windows 7. It has been equipped with effective Windows Firewall and Windows Defender. Their key function is to judge the authenticity of incoming and outgoing threats, diagnose on the basis of consequences and delete them, to back your computer s security and performance on track. Moreover there are some compatible antivirus software coming with logos of MS Windows 7, which can protect your Windows 7 computer from the malicious content of Internet.

Settings of Firewall in earlier version of Windows were quite simple and rudimentary and it was effective for only inbound traffic that too was turned off, by default. But in latest Windows 7, Firewall has been made robust. Apart from inbound traffic, it can also deal with outbound traffic flow, with its Advanced Security MMC snap-in. Further, it would be supported by multiple firewall policies to ensure effective protection from most sophisticated Internet threats. Moreover, you can customize the Firewall for monitoring different network areas, such as public network, home network or work network.

Windows Defender scans your computer on real-time and it gives the option to perform quick and customized scanning of Windows 7 computer s memory.

Antivirus software are also available with excellent features, so that you can get effective protection. Some of the trusted products include, CA Anti-Virus, ESET NOD32 Antivirus, F-PROT Antivirus and Kaspersky Internet Security. All the latest software are incorporated with enhanced identity protection, webshield, anti-spam and firewall.

With acute inbuilt features of Windows7 and a compatible antivirus program, you can surf, search, download, bank, and shop safely. Now you don t need to worry about identity theft, spam or viruses, and in addition you get alert before visiting to any malicious website.

So, you can do your computing with absolute harmony and with maximum speed on your Windows 7 mounted computer.

You must keep your operating system updated with the latest patch and software available on the MS s website. For this purpose, your Windows Update should be enabled, every moment, when you are online. Next, your computer should be equipped with antivirus software, which is compatible with latest Windows 7. Purchase new software from trusted vendors only. Avoid swapping of data with mobile storage devices, between different computers. If you observe any changes in your web browser s home page or any other irrelevant icon on your desktop, then take immediate steps, it can be a symptom of virus or spyware program.

Hence, by judicial setting of inbuilt features like Windows Firewall and Windows Defender, you can protect your computer from leading viruses, spyware and malware, which further ensure better performance over your computer.

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