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The Internet is a giant network of computers located all over the world. When a computer is connected to the Internet, it can exchange information with any other computer on the Internet. This allows a computer user to send
Actiontec recommends securing your computer from unwanted intrusion. Security is ultimately the end user’s responsibility. Please secure your computer, and don’t be a victim.
Comparing Broadband Service with a Dial-Up Modem
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With both types of Internet connections, access to the computer must be con- trolled to make sure someone on the Internet doesn’t access the information on the computer. The longer the computer is connected to the Internet, the easier it is for someone on the Internet to find the computer and attempt to access it without permission. Broadband service also provides fast Internet connections. This not only improves Internet performance, it also improves Internet performance for anyone attempting to access the computer.
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