What is the difference between a public computer and private computer? Which is more at risk of having malware?
Public computers are computers that are open to the public, such as ones that are found in a library or hotel.
Private computers are computers that are located in privately owned areas, like a business or a home. Usually, a limited number of individuals have access to this type of computer.
Although private computers carry their own risks, public computers are more susceptible to having malware because of the fact that multiple people use these types of machines to check email, instant message with others, and browse the internet. If you must use a public computer, always clear your history once finished and avoid working on anything of a sensitive nature.
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