System Maintenance and Security

Things you should do:

Every Day

1. Update your virus definitions
2. Do an incremental backup
3. Reboot when programs crash

Every Week

1. Perform a full virus scan
2. Do a complete backup
3. Run Windows Update
4. Run a spyware-and-adware removal program

Every Month

1. Update your programs
2. Check for new drivers
3. Use a one-click utility-suite checkup program

Every Year

1. Clean out your PC Case
2. Spring-clean your programs
3. Conduct a full diagnostic test