Published 16 June 2026 · Home Users · by the 365 Techies team — Microsoft Partners & Dell specialists, looking after Dorset since 1995
Good security at home is mostly about a few sensible habits, kept up consistently — not expensive software.
The essentials
Keep Windows and your apps updated, run reputable antivirus, use strong and unique passwords with a password manager, and turn on two-factor authentication for important accounts like email and banking.
Do not forget backups
Security is not just about keeping threats out — it is about recovering if the worst happens. Regular, tested backups mean ransomware or a failed drive never costs you your photos and documents.
Key points
- Keep Windows and apps updated
- Use strong, unique passwords and a password manager
- Turn on two-factor authentication
- Back up your important files regularly
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