Tech stocks have gotten slammed this year, but long-term investors shouldn't give up on the sector. 

It's still one of best areas of the stock market if you want growth, especially if you're a buy-and-hold investor. And if you're looking for tech stocks you can buy and hold for the next decade, there are a few basic guidelines you'll want to follow.

You'll want to find companies that are penetrating massive addressable markets, are growing rapidly, and have proven the ability to be profitable. It helps if they have competitive advantages, or are the leaders in their respective niches. 

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