Safe Computing Habits for Laptop Users

Here are six best practices to prevent laptop-related security incidents.

ITPro Today

May 10, 2016

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Safe Computing Habits for Laptop Users

Depending on which metrics you use, human error can account for 30% to 95% of data breaches, with many of these coming from mistakes that involve laptops. When it comes to laptop use, business can address the “people problem” by promoting safe computing habits. Read this article to learn about the following six best practices to prevent laptop-related security incidents:

  • Be wise about passwords

  • Always log off

  • Keep private data off public Wi-Fi

  • Don’t share work laptops

  • Shun suspicious attachments and URLs

  • Update and patch software

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