DFPC Recommends...
So many of us have "always-on" internet access anymore. I personally can't imagine not having it available to me. However, leaving your PC on exposes your computer to the World 24/7, unless you take the proper steps to protect yourself. DFPC recommends installing a hardware router and anti-virus software to protect you from exploitation.
Router
Many times home users need little more than a standard hardware router. A simple and affordable device that sits between you and the rest of the Internet World, which literally hides your existence. With NAT technology, outsiders can send a request to try and find you, but the router ignores the request, whereby, without a router, your computer would respond and say, "YES, I'M HERE AND READY TO SERVE YOU."
Anti-Virus
DeFudged Computers recommends Kaspersky Anti-Virus. When you want award winning virus protection that isn't going to bog down your computer, this is the solution you're looking for. Kaspersky leads the anti-virus market with innovative and predictive technology that is unmatched in the anti-virus field. Click the image to visit Kaspersky and learn more about why DFPC strongly recommends their products.