General
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Why should I take care before opening email attachments?
Email attachments are a common way to spread viruses. Be wary of attachments sent to you by email, especially if you don’t recognise the sender. Does…
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What are Trojans?
A Trojan is a malicious ‘hidden’ program that is installed when you download a program you want. Sometimes a Trojan can cause damage to your…
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How can I keep my personal information secure?
To keep your personal information secure: Check your credit file frequently This is especially important if you’ve recently removed house, or you…
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How can I keep my passcodes, PINs and memorable words safe?
To keep your security information safe: Never give personal or account details to anyone who contacts you unexpectedly – even if they claim to be from…
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What is spyware?
Spyware is a program that can secretly gather information about you while you use your computer. Spyware can: Slow down your computer Alter your…
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How can I keep my documents safe?
To keep your personal documents safe: Keep them safely locked away at home or at your bank Contact the issuing organisation immediately if your documents…