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Security updates for June 12, 2012
The Microsoft Security Bulletin for June includes seven security updates, including three for the Windows operating system, one for the Microsoft .NET Framework, one for the Windows Internet Explorer browser, one for Microsoft Dynamics business management software, and one for Microsoft Lync communications software.
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Microsoft security news FBI warns about Internet connections in hotels The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a warning earlier this month to travelers using Internet connections in hotels. Read more about the warning and how to help protect yourself when traveling. On Facebook? Download Microsoft Security Essentials for free Now you can get free anti-virus protection from Microsoft through your Facebook account. Just visit the Facebook Security Anti-Virus Marketplace to download Microsoft Security Essentials for free. Don't click text message spam Have you received a text message on your mobile phone from a well-known company that seems suspicious? Don't click it - it may take you to a site that could download malicious software to your phone.
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 Protect your computer
Four signs of scareware
Is your PC running slower than usual? You may have accidentally downloaded "scareware," or fake anti-virus software that is actually malicious software. See the common signs of a scareware infection. Protect your PC from the latest threats
The Microsoft Security Intelligence Report, released last month, revealed the latest PC security threats worldwide. Find out about three Microsoft tools that can help protect you from these threats and others. What is an ActiveX control?
When your web browser asks if you want to install an ActiveX control, what should you do? Learn what ActiveX controls are, the risks, and how to help protect yourself when you download them.
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 Protect yourself and your family
How to spot fraudulent tech support phone calls
Fraudulent phone calls, in which a person claims to be from Microsoft and wants to provide technical support for your PC, are still happening. Find out how to spot them and what you should do if you get one. Why location services matter
They can help you find local movie times, weather, and directions to the nearest coffee shop. But they also can expose your personal information to strangers. Discover why location services matter and how to use them more safely. Compare family safety tools from Microsoft
Microsoft has several online safety tools to help you and your family stay safe and secure on the web. Compare them side by side.
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