the risks of downloading free software

By SWIFTTECH SOLUTIONS

The Risk of Downloading

Free Software

MALICIOUS

Free software

can be

freeware

1 2 3 How bad

freeware infects

computers

Harm that can

be caused

How to avoid

malicious

freeware

1 How computers get

INFECTED

The free software may

look okay to use…

…but watch out for these red flags.

Fake download buttons

“Partner” installations

LOOK BEFORE CLICKING

2

The

Harmful Effects

Some possible outcomes…

Browser hijacking Overwhelming

pop-ups

Overcrowding toolbars

You can prevent and fix these problems

3 How you can

AVOID BAD FREEWARE

your workspace

PROTECT

RESEARCH software first!

Use only trusted sites!

Incorporate

ad blocking

software

as a safeguard against

virus, network, and

web browser threats

Endpoint protection Use

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