How to Safely Download Software & Avoid Malware

To download software safely, you need to follow correct steps to protect your machine. The software itself isn't usually the culprit; rather, the hosting site might embed malware. Key steps include using common sense by downloading only from trusted sources, looking for trusted software referral websites, understanding what you are downloading (freeware, trialware, commercial ware), and avoiding deceptive advertisements. If you follow these tips, you can safely download software. Should problems arise, Dave's Computers offers remote support services for malware or other computer issues.