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Privacy settings in Microsoft products According to a Microsoft-commissioned survey for Data Privacy Day, many consumers feel they have little to no control over their data online. Microsoft urges you to use privacy tools and settings for Internet Explorer, Windows Phone 8, Xbox, and various Microsoft services. See how we commemorated Data Privacy Day and read a message from Brendon Lynch, Chief Privacy Officer at Microsoft.   Security updates for February 12, 2013 Download 12 security updates for Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office, Microsoft .Net Framework, Microsoft Server Software, and Internet Explorer. Get updates from Microsoft Update See a summary or watch a video about the updates Microsoft security news   Clean up Bamital botnet malware Have you seen a page that says you might have malware on your computer? It could mean you've been infected by a botnet that was recently taken down by Microsoft and Symantec. Safer Internet Day: 10 years of fostering digital citizenship In conjunction with Safer Internet Day, Microsoft released results of the second annual Microsoft Computing Safety Index, a survey of online safety behaviors among computer and mobile-device users around the world. Update Internet Explorer now On January 14, Microsoft released a security update for Internet Explorer. Visit Windows Update to download and install the update, and make sure that you have automatic updating turned on.  Protect your computer Should I use more than one antivirus program? Find out how more can mean less when it comes to antivirus protection. Learn which versions of Windows include antivirus software and what to do if you want to use a different program. Watch out for fake Java updates You may have heard reports about security alerts for Java with urgent warnings to update your software. Do you know how to get real updates and avoid the fake ones that could contain a virus? Take the Real vs. Rogue quiz Download a free Facebook app from Microsoft that features an interactive quiz to help you tell if a security warning is from your real antivirus software or from rogue security software.   Protect yourself and your family Recover a hacked Microsoft account Learn how to reset your password, and take other security measures if you think someone has hijacked your Outlook.com or Hotmail email account. Watch out for prize scams If you've received an email that says you've won a prize or a lottery, it could be fraudulent. Find out how to spot scams like this and what to do if you've already responded to one. Secure your smartphone Whether you use a Windows Phone or another brand, these tips can help you protect your personal, work, and financial information if your phone is ever lost or stolen. Security resources Microsoft Safety & Security Center Security Tips & Talk blog Microsoft Consumer Security Support Center About this newsletter Microsoft Security for Home Computer Users is a monthly newsletter bringing security news, guidance, updates, and community resources directly to your inbox. If you would like to receive more technical security information, see the Microsoft Security Newsletter.

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