Daughter's homework assignment needs adobe flash plug in. Just got my new MacBook Pro and scare to download program if it compromises the security of laptop. What do I do in this situation?

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Daughter's homework assignment needs adobe flash plug in. Just got my new MacBook Pro and scare to download program if it compromises the security of laptop. What do I do in this situation?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.2)

Posted on Jan 14, 2013 4:25 PM

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Linc Davis

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Jan 14, 2013 5:03 PM in response to jameseubank

OS X will automatically block versions of Flash that are known to be unsafe. As long as Flash is kept up to date, it's reasonably safe. You can minimize your exposure to Flash content by installing the "ClickToFlash" or "ClickToPlugin" Safari extension. Flash elements will then load only when clicked.

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TildeBee

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Jan 14, 2013 8:47 PM in response to Linc Davis

Great post, Linc. Very helpful.

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