Have you ever wondered if it was safe to open a spreadsheet attached to e-mail from a colleague, grab a cool little screensaver or mouse cursor from the Web, or download music or video files from a stranger's computer? Well, before you do, consider the potential risks to your computer and the company network.
Protecting your computer from the potential dangers of downloading takes a bit of forethought, a bit of caution, and strict adherence to the rule: when in doubt, save before you download. Read on to find out how you can address safety risks when downloading files.