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Adware Beware

Some adware may be fine and help serve more tailored ads, but it's the malicious type we'll be exploring.

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What You'll Learn Today:

Beware of BADware

Some adware may be fine and help serve more tailored ads, but it's the malicious type we'll be exploring.

Tips to Avoid BADware

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Don't click on suspicious links or ads
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Double-check what app you are downloading and installing on your device
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Don't click on suspicious links or ads
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Double-check what app you are downloading and installing on your device
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Look out for fake advertisements trying to lure you in with a deal or discount
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Use ad blockers and antivirus / anti-malware software
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Legitimate sites may unknowingly serve malicious ads as a result of how third-party ad serving works. Remember to stay cautious even when visiting highly trafficked, well-known sites.
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Look out for fake advertisements trying to lure you in with a deal or discount
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Use ad blockers and antivirus / anti-malware software
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Legitimate sites may unknowingly serve malicious ads as a result of how third-party ad serving works. Remember to stay cautious even when visiting highly trafficked, well-known sites

Malicious adware can be scary. By using ad blockers and having solid firewalls with antivirus and anti-malware software, you can mitigate the potential for a successful attack.