New Gadgets Targeted By Spyware and Viruses @McAfeeConsumer

8 Jan 2013 · 1 min

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Robert Siciliano explains how new smartphones and computers are targeted by spyware, viruses, and smishing attacks. Android devices face particular risk. He offers practical steps to protect your gadgets from these threats.

Santa stuffs a lot of stockings with electronics for Christmas, so many of us have new cell phones and computers. But your newest gadget might be targeted by viruses or spyware. Internet security experts share the best ways to protect your devices.
Always be aware of smishing text messages. Smishing is to text messages what phishing is to emails. When you receive a smish, this text message may ask you to update your operating system or to clue you in on a too-good-to-be-true offer. Just hit delete.
McAfee also warns Android smartphone and tablet users to be extra careful as their mobile operating system is the most targeted by hackers. If you live in a big