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Tech Tip: Avoiding Malware

This week's tip focuses on the importance of recognizing and avoiding malicious software (malware). Many software apps are designed to look helpful but secretly put your data at risk. These fake programs often spread through ads and search results, making them easy to click by mistake. Be sure to only download software from trusted sources, such as , for example.

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