CDH Top 5. Free Recommended Cyber Security Tools. 1. Malwarebytes 2. CCleaner 3. Norton Safe Web 4. EaseUS Todo Backup 5.

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1 CDH Top 5 Free Recommended Cyber Security Tools 1. Malwarebytes 2. CCleaner 3. Norton Safe Web 4. EaseUS Todo Backup 5. Wireshark

2 1 Malwarebytes Malwarebytes is a free anti-malware program that scans and removes malware from your computer such as: Viruses Worms Trojans Rootkits Rouge Security Software Adware Spyware Why Malwarebytes? Malwarebytes is free! It has the ability to rid your computer of almost any type of harmful malware, and you can download it for both a PC or Mac computer. There is also a paid version that automatically updates Malwarebytes database, and scans your computer without you ever lifting a finger. Where Can I Download Malwarebytes?

3 2 CCleaner CCleaner s free version cleans your computers registry and temporary internet files such as: Internet Cookies Browsing History Memory Dumps Log Files Systems Caches File Fragments Recycle Bin Why CCleaner? By downloading the free version for your PC or Mac, you are able clean your computer s files that are storing temporary information so that you may better protect your privacy. Malware also likes to hang out in temporary files stored on your computer. CCleaner cleans these unwanted files up to finish the job on getting rid of those nasty viruses that are hiding in your computer. CCleaner s paid version automatically updates, has real-time monitoring, and can defragment your computer to run more smoother and faster. Where Can I Download CCleaner?

4 3 Norton Safe Web Norton Safe Web is a web browser plugin that is compatible with Internet Explorer version 6 and above, Firefox version 3 or later, and Google Chrome. It tells you if a website is malicious or not by 1 of 4 types of color indications: Green Means the website is safe to visit Yellow/Orange Means use caution when visiting the website, and don t download any programs, or click on any strange looking links Grey Question Mark There is no information on whether this website is malicious or not? Red There is a possibility that this website is completely infected with malware programs and malicious links. Why Norton Safe Web? Norton Safe Web is strictly a plugin meant for your internet browsers as a toolbar. It is a great tool that can give information about a website, and detect if it s malicious or not. It also has a community of users who give feedback on whether a website has suspicious activity, and the best part of all is, it s completely free to install and use! Where Can I Install Norton Safe Web? ***You can also type in a websites address in the search bar located at the Norton Safe Web link above to see if it s malicious***

5 4 EaseUS Todo Backup EaseUS Todo Backup is able to backup your computer in case of a catastrophic evet that wipes out all of your important data. Components that can be backed up are : Files Hard Drives Disks/Partitions Systems Why EaseUS Todo Backup? If you are ever unlucky enough to go through a disastrous crises, such as getting a horrible piece of malware that completely wipes out all of your data, files, photos, or documents, then EaseUS Todo Backup is the tool that will be your saving grace. If you use this tool before such an event to backup your files, or even clone your drives/partitions, then the chances of loosing your valuable data on your computer will be minimal. This software is free to download, and free to use! There is a paid version, and that version offers additional features such as technical support, and having the ability to transfer your backed up system to another PC or VMware Where Can I Download EaseUS Todo Backup?

6 5 Wireshark Wireshark is a network packet analyzing tool that allows you to analyze your internet network on a deep level. Wireshark is mostly used for: Network Troubleshooting Internet Network Analysis Software Protocol Development Communications Protocol Development Education Why Wireshark? A lot of security professionals use Wireshark as a go to tool for cyber defense. Wireshark can troubleshoot computers and firewalls to see if something isn t working correctly regarding your internet connection. The network packet analyzer can see deeply inside the network you are using to examine the details of that network and tell you about the data packets traveling to and from your computer. These features will allow you to track and see if someone is trying to hack into your computer, or send you malicious software. Highly efficient for Internet and computer security! Wireshark is free to download and use, and can be used for both Windows and Mac computers. Where Can I Download Wireshark?

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