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What are some simple things I can do to stay safe online?


Basic cybersecurity doesn’t have to take a great deal of effort. Here are 10 simple tips that will go a long way to protecting you online.

 

Protect Your Systems:
 
  • Use anti-virus software.
  • Protect home networks with firewalls.
  • Password-protect your wireless router and network.
  • Disconnect from the Internet when not in use.
Protect Yourself:
  • Back-up your computer regularly.
  • Restrict access to your computer and accounts; sharing has risks.
  • Delete email from unknown sources.
  • Use hard-to-guess passwords and keep them private.
  • Don't provide personal information like Social Security Numbers, credit cards numbers, etc. with non-secure and unfamiliar web sites.
Protect Your Family:
 
  • Help your family check computer security on a regular basis.