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Security
Internet Explorer 7 helps keep your information safe by alerting you to potential phishing sites — sites that look legitimate but actually are designed to capture your personal information. It's also easier to see which sites provide secure data exchange, so you can shop and bank online with confidence.

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Security badges indicate whether the site you are currently visiting is suspicious or a site known for phishing (capturing your personal or financial information).

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