News Summary

• Using a separate computer only for banking, investments and other financial accounts can add a meaningful layer of security.
• For people who do not need to check investments constantly, that separation can be especially useful.
• A banking-only computer can reduce certain risks, but it cannot protect you from every way criminals may try to reach your money.
• Keeping your financial computer updated and limiting what you do on it can help strengthen its security.
• The biggest advantage is isolation.
• If malware gets onto the laptop you use for email or everyday browsing, your dedicated financial computer remains separate.