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programmed to "listen in" on transmissions, intercept data
that is specifically targeted as valuable, and capture the
data, such as your login credentials and passwords.
Use a virtual private network (VPN) to ensure your privacy
and anonymity are protected when you use public Wi-Fi.
VPN services can encrypt all the data that you send and
receive while using a public Wi-Fi hotspot, securing your
information from hackers and other users of the same
connection.
For more tips on how to stay safe
Good security habits can reduce your exposure to online
crime. By adopting a few basic behaviors, you can make big
strides in reducing cybercrime risk:
• Protect your accounts with strong, unique passwords that
use a combination of at least 10 uppercase and lowercase
letters, symbols and numbers.
• Don't click on random links or open unsolicited messages
and attachments-particularly from people you don't know.
• Don't access any personal information or social media
accounts over unprotected Wi-Fi networks.
• Use security software on your devices to help protect
yourself from the latest threats.
Protect your computer with Windows security tools
Windows provides a variety of protection applications.
Windows Updates
If you have an active internet connection, Windows can
check for important updates for your computer and install
them automatically. These updates include security patches
and program updates that can improve your computing
experience and help protect your computer against new
viruses and attacks.
How do I know when my computer is at risk?
If the
Action Center
reports an alert, or if your computer
behaves erratically, crashes unexpectedly or if some of your
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