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How to avoid pop-up ads, spyware, and adware?

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How to avoid pop-up ads, spyware, and adware?

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Follow the tips below to avoid pop ups, ads, spyware, viruses, and adware. A lot of this is commonsense, but it easier to avoid adware that to try to remove adware, spyware, pop-ups, etc. • Don’t download and install software or files from sources you don’t know and trust. • Don’t open email attachment from people you don’t know. • Use an anti adware/spyware remover program, which will catch new programs before they get onto your computer. • Have an updated version of anti-virus software running at all time (Symantec, McAfee) – this will stop email viruses from getting onto your system • Read the fineprint when using or installing file sharing software – watch out for bundled ad-supported products. • Keep track of what your kids are doing, and tell them not to install any software or downloads without your permission.

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