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Top 10 Security Tips

1. Avoid opening e-mail attachments or downloads unless you are sure of their source.
2. When you receive e-mail advertisements or other unsolicited e-mail, do not open attachments in them or follow web links quoted in them. .
3. Never open e-mail attachments with double file extensions such as NAME.BMP.EXE or NAME.TXT.VBS
4. Do not provide personal information to an unsolicited e-mail or web address you don’t trust.
5. Be aware of e-mails purporting to come from your bank, asking to confirm your account details. Never reply to these messages.
6. Do not share your folders with other users unless necessary. If you do, make sure you do not share your full drive or your Windows directory.
7. Disconnect your network or modem cable when you re not using your computer - or just power it down.
8. When shopping online use only sites with reputable payment providers.
9. Keep your security software updated.
10. Get online peace of mind with Net Secure from Irish Broadband.