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There’s no such thing as a “free” app!

Posted on
December 15, 2022
Author
Sarah Miller
Read time
1 mins

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Downloading a free application and installing it on an internet-connected device can lead to you being unable to send email. This is because some apps allow third parties to access your device without your knowledge. These third parties then use your network connection for malicious purposes, causing your IP address to be listed as unsafe. Here’s how it works:

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