Leaves Of Progress: Protection

Is Anti-Virus Must to Stay Safe?

-Dr. Lalit Kumar Setia*

Era of Digitization:

Most of the countries are adopting digital payment systems to improve transparency & level of good governance in banking operations. The 'leaves of progress' are clearly indicating a new era of digitalization. The robotics subject is gaining momentum with automation tools in all activities. The developed nations are leading the 'digital transformation' and developing nations are following them.

In India, digital transformation is taking place with maximum use of information technology like authentication through Aadhaar, Government e-Market (GeM), DigiLocker, Bhuwan etc. The accessibility to internet services and new smart mobile-sets in the hands of users created a conducive environment but at the same time, the cases relating to Cyber Crimes have also increased. In such scenario, the protection tools like anti-virus are considered must in mechanical devices.

Everybody is aware of recent Ransomware cyber threat which blocked the data of users and asked to pay money if data is required back. Every moment, hackers are stealing valuable information either by creating viruses or framing mobile apps demanding access to files stored in memory cards. It's must to ensure the security of data and stay away from both the hackers and virus-makers.

The anti-virus like quick-heal, Avast, McAfee are serving properly and one should buy and get the licenses to protect the data.The anti-virus keeps safe from the viruses but not always. One should remain cautious from the hackers as the hackers also become proficient in cracking the protection of an anti-virus software.

Updation of software:

It is required to update the installed software such as 'Updating Windows', 'Updating Android Version', and most important 'updating Anti-virus software' etc. The updates in software and operating systems made the devices more secure as per the latest threats of the hackers. A team of IT-professionals keeps the software updated and provides the notifications to update the same for all the customers over the internet.