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Don’t Accept Unknown Invitation
Never accept invitations from an unknown person on
social media. It may be an attempt to just get your personal
profile related information such as phone number, e-mail,
photos, etc.
Use Antivirus and Antispyware Software
Use of licensed antivirus software, anti-spyware software, firewall, etc. are some measures to reduce cyber-
attacks. Always keep these softwares up-to-date. ‘Antivirus’ and ‘Antispyware’ programs offer real-time
protection to the computer from malwares and reduce the risk of getting hacked.
Clear Browser Cookies Frequently
Cookies are the files that are temporarily downloaded from a website and are stored on the local computer
when a person visits that website.
Step 1: In Google Chrome, type chrome: //Settings /ClearBrowserData and press ‘Enter’ key.
Step 2: Click on the checkbox.
Step 3: Click on ‘CLEAR DATA’ button.
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Steps to clear cookies
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