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How do you scan email attachments for viruses?

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· Don't open any e-mail attachments or files unless you know what they are, even if you know the sender. Some viruses automatically send themselves to the e-mail addresses in the address book that it's infected..

· You have to be careful before opening e-mail attachments as the attachments may be affected with a computer virus.

· Don't open email attachments or website addresses that you can click on unless you REALLY know what you're opening.

· Check the name of the attachment and see if it's appropriate or suitable.

· Don't open any email attachments or files if you don't know who who sent them.

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