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If you're worried about pc security software and norton internet security firewall, you need to read this...
WARNING: You're Being Watched
"If Your Pc Security Software Is Out Of Date - Or Worse, You're Not Using Any At All - Your Mcafee Internet Security Is At Stake"
Spyware - Viruses - Hackers - Identity Theft...
It's almost overwhelming, isn't it?
Unfortunately, pc security software is a fact of life of the internet...
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You Run The Risk Of...
- Getting objectionable pop-up windows that you can't get rid of
- Unknowingly installing spyware and other scumware along with other software
- Losing all your internet bookmarks that you've taken so long to build up
- You and your family could become targets for online predators
- Your online banking passwords being stolen
Hackers routinely scan computer networks looking for open 'ports' (numbers used by network software to distinguish traffic) through which they can gain access to your computer. Ports are individual entry connection points between the computer and the Internet. If a hacker can find an open port, it can be used to transmit a worm carrying a payload which can give the hacker control over your computer. Firewalls can close all unused ports.
Nevertheless, connecting to the Internet without using a firewall is ill-advised. Open ports are a vulnerability that can be easily exploited by hackers. To protect your firewall integrity be diligent about scanning incoming files for viruses, by using antivirus software and avoiding unexpected e-mail attachments.
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