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    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 mail 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 (a dangerous program that can impact your computer) attached
                     to it. Opening such documents results in malware being installed on your computer or mobile device.

                     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.

                     These emails are not to be trusted and one must not reply to them with any personal information.
                     Further, these mails must be immediately deleted from e-mail account to avoid accidental access in
                     future.
                                                              Preview your messages
                                                               before opening them.

                                                                   Some tips to
                                     Use reputable websites       safeguard from      Do not open doubtful
                                       to download files.           Spamming                e-mails.

                                                                  Don’t reply to a
                                                                   Spam e-mail.
                     Hacking

                     It is another common method used by cybercriminals to trouble victims. Using malware or other tricks
                     to obtain your e-mail ID and password, cybercriminals can gain access to your critical information

                     like social media accounts, bank accounts, etc.
                     Cybercriminals may also send offensive emails to the victim’s contacts by hacking the e-mail. But not

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