Computer Security update. . .

So I have been a little under the weather and trying to stay up to date with my class in computer security.  I have to tell you there is a lot out there that I was not aware of.  We have been reading articles about security and how to protect your computer from hackers and spam.  For instance, did you know that spammers run all probable email combinations to send out their emails?  So if your email address is your first initial and your last name then you probably will get a lot of spam mail.
So you should make your email address a little more complicated.  You could also have two emails; one for family and friends and one to use when doing things online or for your customer reward cards.    Some of these are common sense and you may be doing them, if so good job.  With regard to email, if you do not know who the sender is do not open the email or click on any links in the email.  If you receive an email from someone that you know but it looks suspicious follow that gut instinct and don't open it.  This could be spam, a virus, or a worm and you don't want any of those.   Hackers can attach a link and if you click on that link then they will have a backdoor into your computer system and ALL of your information.  They could also use your computer to send spam email and attack others.   Just be safe and follow your gut.  If you think it is suspicious call that person and ask them if they sent you something.  Happy and safe surfing.