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Identify a Fake Software Update

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To identify a fake software update, here are some things too look out for to protect your system.

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Most fake software updates will show up on your system using the browser. To confirm, enable the browser’s zoom function, and if the update popup window changes, you have confirmed that it is being generated from a website.

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About The Author: Stephan Pringle is an Information Technology Specialist. He covers hardware and software and provides tips for you to troubleshoot and repair issues on your own. In his spare time, he writes articles about the State of New York on his Hackintosh and HackBook and that has helped him to become the top contributor of the New York City section of Yahoo! Answers.
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