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How You Know |
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What To Do |
Malware
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- Malware may spread through common peer-to-peer file sharing applications by placing themselves in shared directories with enticing filenames
- Some Malware threats use peer-to-peer networks to communicate out from an infected system
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- Scan all files with an Internet
Security solution before transferring them to your system
- Only transfer files from a well known source
- Use Norton Internet Security to block all unsolicited outbound communication
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Spyware
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- Some adware may be bundled with some "free" versions of popular file-sharing programs
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- Always read carefully the End User License agreement at Install time and cancel if other "programs" are being installed as part of the desired program
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Vulnerabilities
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- Personal information can be extracted from open connections during peer-to-peer connections
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- Make sure your computer is configured securely
- Use Norton Internet Security to block all unsolicited outbound communication
- Protect personal data by limiting the folders and files that can be shared on the peer-to-peer network
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