Computer Viruses

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Computer Viruses

Most instant message programs allow you to automatically logon when you startup your computer so that you don't have to enter your password every time you want to use the program. Remember you can't trust the information security on an unfamiliar computer. If you use a public computer make sure not to configure your IM program for automatic logon.

   

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