Tip: Think Twice before Putting Off Updates!

When we see an update alert, many of us tend to choose the “Remind me later” security update option button. But remember, most software updates are created to fix security issues. Keeping software up to date is a simple and easy way for you to stay safer online.

Below are Three Simple Steps to consider when ensuring your device is up to date:

1. Watch for notifications
   Our devices will usually notify us that we need to run updates. This includes our devices’ operating systems, programs and apps. It’s important to install ALL updates, especially for our web browsers and antivirus software.
2. Install updates as soon as possible
   When notified about software updates, especially critical updates, we should be sure to install them as soon as possible. Malicious online criminals won’t wait, so we shouldn’t either!
3. Turn on automatic updates
   With automatic updates, our devices will install updates without any input from us as soon as the update is available—Easy!

To turn on the automatic updates feature, look in the device’s settings, possibly under Software or Security. Search settings for “automatic updates” if needed.

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