Which of the following are recommended techniques for protecting computer files and data? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Backing up the system helps restore files if they are lost or damaged. Firewall, antivirus, operating-system updates, and spam protection help prevent unauthorized access, malware, and other threats that could compromise files and data. Using a file manager or shared folders can help organize or share files, but those actions are not themselves protective techniques.

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