The Internet is a vast space containing lots of personal or sensitive information. No doubt it is a very convenient medium for our transactions or information storage, but there are also many dangers lurking around.
Malware can easily invade our computers and cause irreversible damage to the system. Although many may be childish pranks, there are some which are intentionally malicious.
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Phishing is yet another threat that Internet users face. Phishers send scam emails to potential victims and direct them to pseudo websites that will capture the victims' personal information, such as log-in IDs and passwords of their internet banking accounts.
So, preventing identity theft and malicious attacks is very important for Internet users. Care must be taken to ensure that any web page that you visit is legitimate and secure. Installing anti-virus programs would also be helpful.
What measures do you take to ensure Internet security while you browse?
