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Can smartphones get viruses? Mobile threats explained
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We find out the types of risk your Android smartphone and iPhone can be exposed to, and how to avoid them

Bing ads now allow dodgy download sites to spoof Google
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Despite cracking down on misleading ads on third-party websites, Microsoft's Bing is still showing adware-infected sponsored search results

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The complete computer virus removal guide
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Worried that your computer's infected? We show you how to remove a computer virus the easy way

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What are computer viruses and how do you avoid them?
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Viruses are one of many threats your computer faces. We explain how you’re attacked and how to stay safe

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IE and Edge to block dodgy ads, but will Bing do the same?
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Internet Explorer's Smart Screen filter will block adverts that prompt users to download software, but can Bing do the same?

German court declares AdBlock Plus officially legal
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After a four month legal battle, a Hamburg court has rejected a claim by German advertisers, declaring that AdBlock Plus is 100% legal

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Kaspersky and Norton top latest home security tests
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Microsoft Security Essentials comes rock bottom in the latest round of anti-virus tests

Bing ads link to adware-infested Internet Explorer
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Third-party download sites are allowed to advertise their junk-filled installers on Bing, including for Microsoft's Internet Explorer

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Stop Facebook, Twitter & Google giving away your data
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Make sure companies aren’t getting access to your personal data with our site-by-site guide

How to avoid dodgy browser extensions
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New research suggests millions of web users are infected with ad-injecting add-ons, so we show you how to check you're clean