安全的网络浏览器是所有互联网(Internet)用户都应该渴望拥有的东西。必须认真对待这一点，因为如果网络浏览器不够安全，网络上的攻击者很容易通过您的网络浏览器访问您的计算机。ActiveX、Java、JavaScript、Flash、Add-ons和 Extensions中的安全漏洞通常被利用来进入您的系统。
这篇文章介绍了一些浏览器安全设置，这些设置将帮助您最好地保护Windows 11/10/8/7Edge、Firefox、Chrome、IE、Opera网络浏览器，以保护自己免受诸如Drive-by 下载(Drive-by Downloads)等在线安全线程的侵害、恶意软件、 恶意广告(Malvertising)、网络钓鱼(Phishing)、浏览器劫持(Browser Hijacking)并为您提供安全的在线浏览体验，并防止在线身份盗用(prevent online identity theft)。
如何保护Windows PC的网络浏览器
每个创建 Web 浏览器的软件公司都会告诉您，他们自己的产品在安全性方面是最好的。但这仅适用于那些只倾向于定期访问Facebook、YouTube或Twitter等网站的人。(Twitter)冒险访问网络上其他地方的非法网站的人们需要修改他们的浏览器以确保更大的安全性。
1]必须始终更新浏览器
是的，用户需要将他们的网络浏览器更新到最新版本。更新解决了许多安全问题，网络浏览器可能有很多问题。请记住(Bear)， Internet Explorer、Chrome、Firefox、Edge、Opera等网络浏览器依赖多种技术来为您带来最好的网络，因此肯定会出现一些问题。
2]下载(Download)并使用64位网络浏览器
为此，您必须首先在计算机上安装64 位版本的Windows 。您会看到，64 位程序对攻击具有更好的保护。所有浏览器现在都有 64 位选项，所以如果你有正确的操作系统，你应该马上去。
总而言之，还有更多方法可以保护您的网络浏览器。您可以阻止自己访问某些网站或完全禁用Flash，但您不会这样做，是吗？好吧，只需按照我们上面的建议来更好地享受网络。
3] 卸载(Uninstall)不再使用的插件
网络上的用户不再需要一些插件。一个这样的插件是Microsoft Silverlight；该公司曾被吹捧为Flash的竞争对手。它从未起飞，用户无需安装Silverlight即可流式传输(Silverlight)Netflix视频这一事实是一个明显的迹象。此外，我们不得不提到Java。如今，它被较少的网站使用，因此我们建议您考虑将其卸载。
4]确保更新您的插件和扩展
您使用的少数插件应始终更新到最新版本。是的，插件可能是一个巨大的安全威胁，所以只要有可用的更新，请务必尽快掌握它。如今，支持插件的网络浏览器可以让这些小工具自动更新。以下是检查和更新浏览器插件、扩展、附加组件的 5 种方法。
5]强化浏览器设置
Firefox用户可能想再次确认在Firefox > Settings Menu > Options > Security中检查了所有默认设置。
Opera 用户可以在Menu > Settings > Privacy & Security中查看它们。
Chrome用户可以打开Menu > Settings并检查他们的设置。查看同步(Sync)设置以及隐私(Privacy)和弹出(Pop-up)设置。如有疑问，请使用重置(Reset)设置按钮将所有设置重置为最适合您的默认设置。
Edge Chrmoimum用户可以打开更多操作 >Settings > Privacy和设置。看看Edge 中的一些新安全功能(security features in Edge)。
以下是保护 Internet Explorer 的一些安全提示和设置。
6]启用点击播放
点击(Click)播放是一项限制某些插件使用的功能，直到您需要它们。例如，网站上的Flash内容只有在用户点击允许后才会加载。这可以阻止具有安全威胁的Flash内容，然后才能访问您的计算机。因此，您可能想要激活 Click To Play。
7] 其他确保您安全的一般提示
- 不要随意点击链接。事实上，将鼠标悬停在链接上并在浏览器的左下角查看将临时显示链接的位置是一种习惯。如果看起来安全，请继续。
- 使用好的防病毒软件(good antivirus )，因为它们也有助于保护您的浏览器。
- 为您的浏览器使用URL 扫描器插件(URL Scanner add-ons )可能也是您可能要考虑的一个选项。
- 确保(Make)打开浏览器的弹出窗口阻止程序以避免有害的弹出窗口。
- 不要为所有在线帐户使用相同的密码。(password)
- 使用公共 Wi-Fi 热点(public Wi-Fi hotspots)时要小心，并记得 在使用公共计算机时保持安全(stay safe while using public computers)。
- 参加这些浏览器安全测试(Browser Security Tests)以检查您的浏览器是否安全。
如果您有任何其他建议，请告诉我们。
How to best secure web browsers for Windows 11/10 PC
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This post takes a look at some browser security settings that will help you best secure your Edge, Firefox, Chrome, IE, Opera web browsers on Windows 11/10/8/7, to protect yourself against online security threads like Drive-by Downloads, Badware, Malvertising, Phishing, Browser Hijacking and offer you a safe online browsing experience, and prevent online identity theft.
How to secure web browsers for Windows PC
Every software company that creates web browsers will tell you that their own offering is the best when it comes down to security. But that is only true for folks who only tend to visit websites such as Facebook, YouTube, or Twitter on a regular basis. Folks who venture to illegal websites among other places on the web, need to tinker around with their browser to ensure a greater deal of security.
1] A browser must always be updated
Yes, users need to keep their web browsers updated to the latest version. Updates fix many safety issues, and web browsers can have a lot. Bear in mind that web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera rely on several technologies to bring you the best of the web, so there is bound to be a few issues here and there.
2] Download and use a 64-bit web browser
To do this, you must first have a 64-bit version of Windows installed on your computer. You see, 64-bit programs have greater protection against attacks. All browsers now have a 64-bit option, so if you have the correct operating system, you should go for it right now.
All-in-all, there are even more ways to secure your web browser. You can stop yourself from visiting certain websites or disabling Flash entirely, but you’re not going to do that, are you? Well, just follow our suggestions above for better enjoyment of the web.
3] Uninstall plugins you no longer use
There are some plugins that are no longer needed by users on the web. One such plugin is Microsoft Silverlight; the company’s once touted competitor to Flash. It never took off, and the fact that users can stream Netflix videos without having to install Silverlight is a clear sign. Furthermore, we have to mention Java. It is used by fewer websites these days, so we recommend you consider uninstalling it.
4] Make sure to update your plugins and extensions
The few plugins you use should always be updated to the latest version. Yes, plugins can be an enormous security threat, so whenever there’s an update available, be sure to get on top of it as soon as possible. These days, web browsers that support plugins make it possible to have these little tools update automatically. Here are 5 ways to check for & update Browser plug-ins, extensions, add-ons.
5] Harden browser settings
Firefox users may want to reconfirm that all the default settings are checked at Firefox > Settings Menu > Options > Security.
Opera users can check them in Menu > Settings > Privacy & Security.
Chrome users can open Menu > Settings and check their settings. Take a look at Sync settings as well as Privacy & Pop-up settings. If in doubt, use the Reset settings button to reset all settings to defaults which are the optimal ones for you.
Edge Chrmoimum users can open More actions > Settings > Privacy and settings. Take a look at some of the new security features in Edge.
Here are some security and safety tips and settings to secure Internet Explorer.
6] Enable Click to play
Click to play is a feature that restricts certain plugin use until you need them. For example, Flash content on a website won’t load until the user clicks to allow them. This can block Flash content that is a security threat before they can access your computer. You might, therefore, want to activate Click To Play.
7] Other general tips to keep you safe and secure
- Do not click on links indiscriminately. In fact, make it a practice to hover over the links and see in the bottom left corner of your browser where the link will be temporarily displayed. If it looks safe, go ahead.
- Use a good antivirus as they help protect your browsers too.
- Using a URL Scanner add-ons for your browser might also be an option you may want to consider.
- Make sure your browser’s pop blockers are turned on in order to avoid harmful pop-ups.
- Do not use the same password for all your online accounts.
- Be careful when using public Wi-Fi hotspots and remember to stay safe while using public computers.
- Take these Browser Security Tests to check if your browser is secure.
Let us know if you have any other suggestions to make.
