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    Notice that the spelling of "portall" is incorrect. These e-mails contain links which will direct the
                      user to another web page where the user would be asked to enter information by which means
                      the user ends up providing personal credentials to cybercriminals. This is also called as phishing.

                                                        Update the operating system and
                                                               antivirus timely.

                                                                Some tips to
                                     Frequently update         safeguard from          Use secure websites by
                                     your passwords.           E-mail Spoofing        looking at the lock sign or
                                                                                      HTTPS on the address bar.

                                                        Use two-factor authentication to
                                                            log in to e-mail accounts.
                      Spamming

                      It refers to the sending of bulk mail by an identified or unidentified source. Sometimes, certain
                      businesses  send bulk-advertising  mail  to  many  accounts  at  the same  time.  Some  people
                      intentionally send bulk mails to a user until the mail-server runs out of disk space.

                      Some people send virus-infected applications and files through the Internet via e-mails, chats,
                      games, etc. to get access to your smartphone and personal data. These e-mails may contain a
                      document (Word or Excel file) with malware (dangerous program that can impact your computer)

                      attached to it. Opening such documents results in the malware being installed on your computer
                      or mobile.

                      Some cybercriminals send emails informing the victim that they have won a lottery or a surprise
                      gift. The cybercriminal then asks for personal details and bank details for transferring the winning
                      amount.

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