Everyone loves Christmas, and the tech industry is no exception. Asides from being a major money-spinner for the electronics and gadget markets, the holidays can also be a great time for companies to give something back to their employees or customers.
Plus, the cold and wintry weather outside gives us a great excuse to stay indoors and get acquainted with our good friend television, alongside its growing brethren of smartphone and tablet devices.
But alongside the joy, Christmas is also a popular time for cybercriminals to target unwary consumers, as shoppers hunt for bargains and can be tempted into spending money. We’ve already seen a host of holiday-themed malware this year, so be on your guard if you still have shopping to do!
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