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7 blunders that can ruin your computer

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<b>1. Accessing an account through an e-mail link</b><br>
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No matter how official an e-mail looks, trying to access a financial account by clicking on embedded Web links is risky. If an e-mail asks you to update your password, account number or other information, don't take the bait. Access an online account only by using your existing browser bookmark or by typing in the Web address.
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1. Accessing an account through an e-mail link

No matter how official an e-mail looks, trying to access a financial account by clicking on embedded Web links is risky. If an e-mail asks you to update your password, account number or other information, don't take the bait. Access an online account only by using your existing browser bookmark or by typing in the Web address.
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