TechnologY
By Shaurya Shubham | Sept 30, 2024
It is important to install the latest update for the web browser. The update includes the latest security patch and brings new safety and security features
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Popup windows are often used to push ads and scams. Disable them to prevent them from appearing in order to accidentally click on random links.
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Browser cookies and cache are important, but at times they can become a problem too. Keep clearing them to keep the browser's performance at its best.
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Incognito mode prevents websites form gaining access to your cookies, location and other details to prevent tacking. Use it while accessing sensititve data.
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This goes without saying that it isn’t safe to click on some random links that you’ve received in a message or mail. It can be a trap setup by scammers.
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Always expand short URLs before clicking. This will give you an idea about the link you are about to click.
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Almost all web browsers come with built-in privacy features. Enable them to make the security settings better
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It is not practical, but not saving passwords and usernames to the browser can prevent it from landing in the wrong hands in case a hacker manages to gain access to the system.
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Extensions are most often the reason behind a system getting hacked. Make sure you are installing them from official source.
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Search engines offer a feature called Safe Search. Enable it to get secure and verified website results.
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