This topic explains the advantages of using a network installer. F-Secure uses a network installer for the following reasons: A network installer is typically smaller in size resulting in a quicker initial download. It takes over the downloading of additional components and makes the installation more reliable. The installation of the product is faster because […]
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How do I change the product language on my PC? (F-Secure)
The product automatically detects the pre-selected language used by the computer and sets the product to use the same language. During installation, you can select your preferred language from the dropdown menu in the top left part of the product setup page. If you later on want to change the product language, you need to […]
How to install F-Secure Internet Security
This topic explains how to install F-Secure Internet Security. Before you start installing F-Secure Internet Security, make sure that: Your Windows is up to date. You have uninstalled incompatible software from other vendors. You have logged in to your computer and have administrative rights. You have an internet connection. Go to the Download F-Secure Products page. Find […]
What are the system requirements for F-Secure Internet Security?
This article lists the system requirements for F-Secure Internet Security for all supported operating systems. Things to do before installation: Make sure you have an active Internet connection to validate your subscription and receive updates. Enable Javascript in your browser settings to enable active block pages. Note: We recommend that you only install one antivirus […]
Taking your product into use (F-Secure)
This section describes how to install the product and take it into use. Source : Official F-Secure Brand Editor by : BEST Antivirus KBS Team
Using the support tool (F-Secure MAC)
Before contacting support, run the support tool to collect basic information about hardware, operating system, network configuration and installed software. To run the support tool: Go to the product folder under Applications and run the Support Tool application. Select Run Diagnostics on the Support Tool window. Enter the administrator password for your computer, then select Install Helper. When the data collection is complete, select […]
Using online banks safely (F-Secure MAC)
Banking protection protects you against harmful activity when you access your online bank or make transactions online. Banking protection automatically detects secure connections to recognized online banking web sites, and notifies you when you visit any such site. To turn on Banking protection: Click on the product icon in the menu bar. Click Preferences. Make sure […]
Setting time limits (F-Secure MAC)
You can control when and for how long a child can use the computer. You can control: For how long the child is allowed to use the computer. For example, you can allow access for only one hour per day. When the child is allowed to use the computer. For example, you can allow access […]
Content types (F-Secure MAC)
You can block access to several content types. Adult content Web sites that are aimed at an adult audience with content that is clearly sexual, or containing sexual innuendo. For example, sex shop sites or sexually-oriented nudity. Disturbing Web sites that contain images, explanations, or video games that can be disturbing. This category contains information, […]
Block web pages by their content type (F-Secure MAC)
You can keep your children safe from the many threats of the Internet by limiting the types of content they can view while browsing the web. You can block access to web sites and pages that contain unsuitable content. To select the types of web content to block: Log in to . Note: You can […]