How to secure web browser?

Web browser also known as browser is a software application that allows you to pass on information resource on the World Wide Web which is identified by a uniform resource identifier or web page. The hyperlink which is present in the resource allows the user to traverse their browser to their related resources. Here you have some of the famous web browser that is used in day-to-day life such Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Opera etc.

Why we need to secure Web Browser?

Since you will find web browsers like Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Opera is installed in every computer so it is very important to manage them securely. We often find that web browser is already installed in our operating system but it is not securely configured so it is very important to secure Web browser.

If your web browser is not secure then it leads to variety of problems such as entry of malwares and without your consent the hacker sitting in the remote server shall be operating your system.

The first thing you should do is to check that what softwares are present in your operating system because some computers are sold with the software which is loaded either by the manufacturer or retailer. Just to stop the threats from software attacks that can infect your web browser.

Also read: How to Avoid a Virus While Browsing the Internet?

Your computer remains unsecure due to many reasons such as:

•         Many users have the habit of clicking on a unknown links because they are unaware of the result.
• Some of the users are unaware how to configure their web browsers securely. 
• Web pages take you to unknown sites.
•  Computer system and softwares may be bundled with additional infected software that can infect your operating system.
• Many sites force the user to install more software, to push their computer in any additional risk.

Tips to secure your browser:

The most important thing is to securely configure your browsers. You install more than one Web browser in your computer.

• Update your web browser on regular basis.
• Enable automatic software update for your system.
• Avoid clicking on unknown links.
• Install and use anti-spyware software.
• Avoid unsafe behavior
• Follow the principal of least privilege as well as don’t enable unless you need it.