Conducting a PC Audit

2008-01-23 10:19:43

( Business )



Why Conduct a PC Audit?

You may have installed the best software in your computer, but that is not enough. Your system is highly subject to wear and tear, as well as hardware and software obsolescence. Technology has been changing so rapidly that you need to keep updated about its most recent developments at least every six months to a year.

You also need to make sure of two things about your system - security and optimalization.

Network Security Audit

Unless you have a small individually operated business, you would most likely be using a network set-up. In such a set-up, your PCs are all dependent on the performance of the server and of each other. It is thus imperative that your network be secure from any unauthorized usage, and from viruses that can easily spread in a network set-up.

You also conduct a network security audit to find out how effectively your firewalls and anti-virus programs are working to protect your network. If the PC audit is indicating otherwise, then you need to install more powerful software to fight against annoying spam mail and destructive viruses.

Software Audit for Optimalization

The other major concern is how well your system is functioning and integrating all the software applications you have installed. You need to conduct a PC audit to see whether any of the programs contain bugs that prevent your system from functioning properly. A PC audit will also detect any incompatibilities that need correction, so that all your programs will work harmoniously together.

Through a software audit, you can find out if there is any unnecessary or non-essential information that can be removed or stored in another location, or if you can further optimize your software applications.

How to Conduct a PC Audit

Online sites can provide you with free PC audit software that you can easily download. Some sites let you conduct live firewall tests, spam detection, and other PC audit procedures. You may either do a comprehensive or a selective PC audit.

After such an audit, the site will usually recommend the measures you need to take, specifically what system requirements you need to modify in order to attain utmost security and optimization. There is no obligation on your part to buy any product or service from these sites.


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