Frequently Asked Questions?
Follow these tips: update antivirus software, use secure connections (look for the padlock icon and "https://"), be cautious with links and downloads, avoid sharing personal info, use strong passwords, and watch out for phishing emails. Stay safe online!
Protect your children online by setting parental controls on devices and apps, educating them about online safety, monitoring their online activities, encouraging responsible online behavior, and fostering open communication about potential risks and cyberbullying.
Do not comply with their demands, document the evidence, report the incident to the social media platform, seek legal assistance, and adjust your privacy settings. Stay safe and protect yourself.
To create strong passwords, use a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid using easily guessable information such as birthdays or names. Make passwords long and unique for each account. Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords securely.
To protect yourself from phishing attacks: Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or phone calls asking for personal information. Avoid clicking on suspicious links or downloading attachments from unknown sources. Verify the authenticity of websites before providing sensitive information. Regularly update and use security software on your devices. Educate yourself about common phishing techniques and stay vigilant.
To secure your home Wi-Fi network: Change the default administrator username and password for your route, enable network encryption (WPA2 or WPA3) and choose a strong passphrase. Disable remote management and ensure that your router firmware is up to date and use a strong, unique password for your Wi-Fi network. Regularly monitor connected devices and enable firewalls on your devices.
Two-factor authentication is an extra layer of security that requires users to provide two forms of identification to access an account or system. It typically involves a combination of something the user knows (e.g., a password) and something the user possesses (e.g., a verification code sent to their smartphone). 2FA adds an additional barrier for attackers, making it more difficult for them to gain unauthorized access even if they have obtained the user's password.
Ransomware is malicious software that encrypts files or locks systems until a ransom is paid. To prevent it: regularly back up data, exercise caution with email attachments and links, keep software updated, use reputable security software, be cautious when downloading software, educate yourself about threats, implement strong access controls, enable firewalls, and have an incident response plan in place.
If you suspect malware infection, disconnect from the network, run antivirus scans, update your software, change important passwords, and seek professional assistance if needed.
Protect your mobile devices by setting strong passcodes, installing security updates, downloading apps only from official app stores, being cautious of suspicious links or attachments, and using mobile security apps or antivirus software.
Secure your online shopping by using reputable websites, ensuring the website has a secure connection (HTTPS), avoiding public Wi-Fi for transactions, using secure payment methods, regularly reviewing your financial statements, and being cautious of phishing emails or fake shopping websites.
