Singer George Michael clears out the Internet search history on his personal computer every day as he is terrified of cyber-crooks and phone-hackers.

The former Wham! star always makes sure he deletes the details of websites he has visited before logging off at night, and he is adamant the routine is essential for his security.

He tells Q magazine, "(I do it) every single day. With the people around me, and all this phone-hacking going on, we all have to be vigilant again."

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