Sunday, August 16, 2009

Discover The Seven Common Mistakes People Make While Downloading Movies

By Tyler Franklin

I know it is very exhilarating that we can for the first time download full-length movies right from the Internet immediately to our computers. Nevertheless, before you go crazy downloading you need to be attentive that tribulations can happen and even though it is simple to download if tribulations happen they can cause huge suffering.

Being careless about downloading from the Internet can lead to some serious problems with your computer. Viruses, adware, malware and identity theft can all cause you great problems. Here are seven things you must think about before you start to download.

One - Make sure your security software current. All subscriptions have an ending date so make sure that your fees are all paid up because your security software is only useful when it is activated and updated.

Two - You need to be smart about your password. Even though having the same straightforward password for almost everything might make it easier for you, you are putting yourself at threat for identity theft. Use at least 8 digits and a combination of letters, number and punctuation symbols.

Three - Be circumspect of free software downloads. You could and will be putting your computer at risk for adware, malware and spyware. so if you must download freeware, you have to make sure that you use a reliable site.

Four - You should not access anything from a link in an email account. Embedded weblinks can give the sender your account admittance and it can lead to identity theft. Make sure that you type the web address into the browser rather than just clicking the embedded link.

Five - Be careful of phishing scams. No one is exempt. Even though the Mac advertisement claims that they don't have such tribulations, don't take chances.

Six - You need to avoid clicking on any pop ups. You can always facilitate your pop-up blocker if you are getting too many but do not open them. If you do you are setting yourself up for problems.

Seven - It also helps to use a specialized and independent credit card for all online purchases. If there are tribulations you will be able to limit the actual damage by knowing exactly which card you used. Debit cards are not as safe as credit cards online.

Do these 7 steps and your online movie downloading experience will be much more pleasing if you avoid any latent troubles. Be watchful downloading and take pleasure in your movies.

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