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Security and new devices

Many people give, or receive, new or recycled electronic devices over the holidays. Recycled devices may have sensitive information from the previous owner, or may be seriously behind on security updates. New devices may contain hidden, default passwords that could allow others into the device, or have unwanted, possibly dangerous software preinstalled. The Center for Internet Security has a handy one-page list of things to check.