JUSTINFO| Jurnal Sistem Informasi dan Teknologi Informasi
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): June 2024

Strategies for Enhancing Information System and Internet Security Towards Adware Threats

Shelvia Nur Widiastuti (Universitas Widyatama)
Anisa Indriani (Universitas Widyatama)
Ucu Nugraha (Universitas Widyatama)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Jun 2024

Abstract

Adware has emerged as a significant concern in today's information systems and internet security landscape. This malicious software type illicitly injects unwanted advertisements into user devices, disrupting user experience and posing threats to privacy and data security. Effective strategies are essential to mitigate adware threats and enhance information systems and internet security.This article explores several strategies to combat adware threats. Firstly, adopting a preventive approach is crucial. Utilizing reliable and regularly updated security software, alongside frequent updates of operating systems and applications, can effectively prevent adware infections. Secondly, avoiding clicking on suspicious links and pop-ups can minimize the risk of adware infiltration. Thirdly, regular clearing of cookies and caches aids in purging adware from user devices. Lastly, employing ad blockers serves as an additional measure to thwart adware presence on user devices. By implementing these strategies, organizations, and individuals can significantly reduce their vulnerability to adware attacks, thereby safeguarding both user experience and data integrity in the evolving landscape of information technology and internet usage.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

justinfo

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT

Description

JUSTINFO (Jurnal Sistem Informasi dan Teknologi Informasi) aims to provide and accommodate research results, specialized scientific literature on applied studies, studies in information systems (IS)/information technology (IT) environments and public reviews of theoretical developments, methods and ...