If on Windows, create an account without elevated permissions. I still commonly see people with user accounts which have administrator privilege.
Use of NoScript, uBlock Origin, Ghostery, and https everywhere (or equivalent for your browser) are all good additions. Don't use Edge or Chrome browser. Even Chromium is suspect.
Disable UPNP on your router. Of course, learn to use a firewall and be aggressive. Block by default and only allow what you know should be around.
Don't use Google's DNS. Don't use your ISP's DNS. Use DNS from multiple providers.
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RoundWheel ago
Linux is a good start.
If on Windows, create an account without elevated permissions. I still commonly see people with user accounts which have administrator privilege.
Use of NoScript, uBlock Origin, Ghostery, and https everywhere (or equivalent for your browser) are all good additions. Don't use Edge or Chrome browser. Even Chromium is suspect.
Disable UPNP on your router. Of course, learn to use a firewall and be aggressive. Block by default and only allow what you know should be around.
Don't use Google's DNS. Don't use your ISP's DNS. Use DNS from multiple providers.