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Security updates for September 9, 2014 Learn how to get security updates automatically Get updates from Microsoft Update Watch a video about the updates Q&A Can I run more than one antivirus program? You should never run more than one antivirus program at the same time. The two programs could slow down your computer, and they might even identify each other as a virus, which could lead to file corruption or other conflicts and errors that make your antivirus protection less effective—or not effective at all.    Get our recommendations for antivirus protection   Top Stories HOW TO: Remove the MS Removal Tool   Get step-by-step guidance on how to identify and remove the "MS Removal Tool," a type of malicious software that restricts you from accessing your desktop.    What is a trusted device? A trusted device is a computer, smartphone, or other device that you've identified as belonging to you. On trusted devices, you don't have to enter security codes to access sensitive information.    Back-to-school checklist: Clean up my digital life As you or your kids go back to school, learn how to #Do1Thing to manage your online persona and help set yourself up for digital success this year.  Why do I have to update my email account information? To help protect your personal data, we ask everyone who has a Microsoft account to make sure that the security information associated with their account is correct and up to date.         Follow Us Blog Security Tips and Talk Blog Facebook Safer Online Twitter @Safer_Online © 2014 Microsoft Corporation Terms of Use | Trademarks

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