HelpWindows7.com

[perceval]

I have recently installed windows 7 and what should I do to ensure Windows 7 remains secure.

[owen]

One way to secure windows 7 is to Enable BitLocker
With BitLocker, you can encrypt the boot system and any removable media on your computer and thus allow the entire volume of your computer to be secured.. It acts as barrier against data theft. Always save your encrypted info and passwords. Loss of these things can result in you losing your important information.

[oswold]

Use the Windows 7 Firewall
Windows 7's firewall is a very powerful firewall that allows a detailed configuration giving the user true protection from harmful threats.

[lars]

Install software or enable processes to make sure that all softwares are patched including browser plug-ins. Hackers are moving to less frequently patched third-party softwares to silently harm the end-user.

[kieran]

Windows 7 allows you a simple way to use backup option. The simple and easy to use backup allows the end user to backup their data at the time of system crash.
Start-> Control Panel > System and Security > Backup and Restore. Or simply search on the keyword "backup" in Help and Support to learn everything you need to know about Windows backups. It is good to have a multiyear computer warranty, but to reduce the damage when your system crashes, please ensure to back up your irreplaceable data.