1. Be Cautious When Connecting to any Wi-Fi
When setting the password for your home Wi-Fi router, ensure
you use a strong password (ex. use symbol and numeric) to protect your
device. You want to keep it up to date and name it strategically, so hackers
won’t know it’s in your home. When connecting to public Wi-Fi, confirm your
connection is safe as hackers can hack your device and steal your personal
information.
2. Protect Your Online Presence
When using internet and When entering your information
online, be careful to notice what is and what is not necessary to disclose.
Check the privacy and security settings on each device to your comfort level
for information sharing. Know what data your devices collect and how it is
managed and stored.
3. Use Two-Factor Authentication
Sometimes having a unique password is not enough. Most
hackers can guess your password or answer your security questions correctly.
Instead, consider using a two-factor authentication that adds a second level of
protection. when login to your email account need to set two-factor
authentication.
4. Use
Security software for Computer Systems
Your operating system is up to date with operating system
updates your anti-virus software. Be careful when opening email attachments or
links from someone you don’t recognise as it may be a virus.
5. Keep up to date
Keep all your software updated so you have the latest
security patches. Turn on automatic updates on operating system so you
don’t have to think about it, and make sure that your security software is set
to run regular scans.
6. Be careful what you download
Cyber criminals are to trick you into downloading malware programs or apps,links that carry malware or try to steal your personal information.
7. Make sure your Internet connection is
secure
When you go online in a public place, for example by using a public Wi-Fi connection, make sure your device is secure, before providing information such as your bank account number on public Wi-Fi.
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