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Antivirus Software Antivirus Software Remove Viruses Prevent Viruses Malware From Mary Landesman, your Guide to Antivirus Software Sometimes, we're our own worst enemy. This week, a look at the 8 riskiest behaviors that lead to infection. Allowing Javascript on All Sites Legitimate websites that have been compromised are the most common infection vector today. And contrary to what many believe, all browsers are equally susceptible to Web-delivered malware. Disabling Javascript on all but the most trusted sites will go a long ways towards safer web browsing. Here's how to configure Javascript permissions in Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Opera. Using Adobe with Default Settings Vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat are the number one most common infection vector, bar none. And nearly all computers have these programs pre-installed. To use Adobe Reader (and Acrobat) safely, you must make a few tweaks to its settings. Logging Into Your Account from a Link Koobface is just one of many types of malware that trick victims into infecting themselves. Here are four tips to help you avoid becoming the victim of socially engineered malwarw. Clicking Popups that Claim You're Infected Fake AV advertisements deliver scary looking popups claiming your system is infected. Click through for the 'free scan' and you will become their next victim. Antivirus Software Ads AntiVirus Kaspersky Anti Virus Mobile AntiVirus N70 PC AntiVirus Virus Mobile Phone Virus Featured Articles Clicking Links in Email/IM Not Installing Security Patches Not Using Antivirus Software Not Using a Firewall   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Mary Landesman Antivirus Software Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Antivirus Software newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Top Ten Ways to Get Infected Five Tricks the Scammers Use How to Beef Up Your Browser Top Windows Antivirus Mac Antivirus Options Advertisement