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Update Virus Definitions

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Viruses spread within minutes, so keeping your antivirus software and performing a virus scan often is essential. If you are connected all the time, set your virus program to automatically run daily at a time when you are not using the computer (e.g. run at 2:00 a.m. while you're sleeping).  If you are on dialup, plan to check for latest definitions and run a scan before you check your email or start surfing, especially if you have been on vacation for a while. 

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Do An Incremental Backup

If you are working on an important project, make a backup copy of your working files on a daily basis.  It's a lot easier to back those important files up as part of a daily routine than to re-create them in the event of a loss.

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Run CleanUp!

A system clogged with unnecessary files runs more slowly, and the mess makes important things harder to find. Deleting obsolete and temporary files opens up space for today’s important work. And, the fewer unnecessary files you have on your computer, the safer you are from threats like online identity theft. To cut through the clutter, this handy tool takes care of cleaning your files for you.  If you do a lot of surfing, or sometimes even a little, you need to get rid of the temporary files created and cookies that you don't need.  It only takes a few minutes at the end of each day to perform this little task.  Hint:  Create a shortcut on your desktop to remind you to "cleanup" regularly.

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File Email Messages

Keeping your inbox orderly on a daily basis will make your life a lot easier.  Move or delete any unnecessary messages.  If you need to follow-up on a message, most mail programs have some sort of flagging process to mark those messages; otherwise, create a "Followup" folder and store those message in that folder.   Some mail programs will allow archiving of old email entries.

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Reboot When Programs Crash

Failed applications can cause other programs to falter. Restart your system after every crash or program hang-up to clear it out. This clears your memory cache and will allow your other programs to operate more efficiently also. 

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