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The tag consumer risks on WindowsForum.com covers security concerns that affect everyday users of Windows operating systems. Discussions highlight how default settings, such as Windows 7's User Account Control (UAC), may not fully protect consumers from malware and unauthorized code execution. Experts note that while corporate IT benefits from enhanced security measures, individual users remain vulnerable. The tag explores the balance between usability and protection, focusing on how default configurations can expose consumers to threats. Topics include UAC modifications, malware risks, and the gap between enterprise and consumer security in Windows releases.
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    Windows 7 default user account control worries experts

    Windows 7 default user account control worries experts. Corporate IT departments should be pleased with new security measures in Windows 7, but consumers are still at risk of getting hit by malware despite changes in the User Account Control (UAC) feature designed to help people be smarter when...
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