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Most people store a lot of personal information on their computers. If you don't protect your computer properly when you're online, it's possible that personal details could be stolen or deleted without your knowledge. Your computer can be attacked in a number of ways over the internet.

Staying safe online

Can you be more specific?
 
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Do you want your credit card details stolen? Or for someone else to get access to your bank accounts?

Do you want your social media accounts taken over and used to scam your friends or family?

Do you want to turn your computer on and find yourself locked out and facing a demand for payment if you want to be able to access any of your stuff again?

Do you want someone to monitor every keystroke you type and collect any sensitive information you enter anywhere?

Do you want your friends' information to be taken by criminals because you thought that you didn't have anything important on your device?

Do I need to go on...?
 
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