Some employees have replaced the daily computer solitaire break with a daily check of Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, MySpace, Windows Live Spaces, or other favorite social networking site, many workplaces report. Online social networking might be a more interactive distraction for employees than playing cards, but it's a lot more dangerous to the health of the corporate network. Several recent reports attest that phishing scams, viruses, spyware, and other unwanted software are spreading through social networks and into workplace networks. These outbreaks can damage computer systems and might even steal sensitive information from your company. Some workplaces block social networking Web sites, but because these sites can also be a valuable tool at work, you still might have access.
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Be careful with social networking sites, especially at work
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