Software Protection Measures

Software protection refers to the techniques used to secure software from un-authorized access without permission. Protecting the original creator's work preventing plagiarism, pirating and identity theft.

Some software protection measures are :


Strong Passwords

Create complex
passwords that
include letters
numbers and
special charracters
eg.
____
Fo#xn2ws!@#


Use a Firewall

Blocks unauthorized access to or from your computer | example : Windows Defender


Backup Important Data

Use external drives or cloud services | Example : Google drive and One drive


Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Adds an extra security layer beyond just passwords| Example : Google Authenticator


Regularly Scan and Clean Your System

Remove unnecessary software and files that could contain vulnerabilities | Example use antivirus software like Malwarebytes and Avast


Beware of Phishing and Suspicious Emails

Don’t open unknown attachments or links until you verify its from a trusted source | ExampleRoblox.com ( Real ) | Amazon.com ( real )r0blix.com ( Fake ) | amoozon.com ( fake )