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12 Things You Should Never Do Online 7

by Dan Reilly on August 28, 2008 at 03:15 PM



Don't rely on your browser for safety.

Mistake: People assume that their browser, since it came with their computer and has all sorts of security prompts, is perfectly safe. False.

Solution: Use a more secure browser like Firefox and Opera, and make sure to regularly check for security updates. Check the news to stay up to date on phishing schemes, which are evolving all the time.

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