05-15-2017, 03:10 PM
The worldwide ransomware attack has been partially contained but is still a major threat. The only way to protect your data is to do an "Offline" backup on a regular basis. The easiest way to do this is to buy a portable hard drive with a backup program. These usally connect via USB.
1. Disconnect your internet connection from the computer.
2. Run the backup program.
3. Disconnect the portable drive from your computer.
4. Re-connect to the internet.
5. Repeat regularly
When the ransomware virus hits your computer, it encrypts all the files on your computer and all drives attached to your computer. By performing an offline backup then disconnecting the drive, the backup files are safe from the virus. It's a good idea to keep sevral days of backup on hand in case your backup inadvertently brought the virus along during the backup process.
Keep safe!
MCS
1. Disconnect your internet connection from the computer.
2. Run the backup program.
3. Disconnect the portable drive from your computer.
4. Re-connect to the internet.
5. Repeat regularly
When the ransomware virus hits your computer, it encrypts all the files on your computer and all drives attached to your computer. By performing an offline backup then disconnecting the drive, the backup files are safe from the virus. It's a good idea to keep sevral days of backup on hand in case your backup inadvertently brought the virus along during the backup process.
Keep safe!
MCS