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Internet Safety

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Staying Safe While Browsing

Introduction

Woman browsing at laptop in cafe

While you are innocently surfing the Web, you may not realize that you could be picking up spyware, downloading malware, or even visiting fraudulent sites. Of course, you do not have to be afraid of every click you make, but there are some simple precautions you should take to stay safe while you're browsing.

In this lesson, you will learn about your browser's security features and how to download safely. We will also explore strategies for browsing in private, which include private browsing features, managing cookies, and clearing the cache.

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