Have Fun, Be Safe Strategies for Internet and Social Media Safety
Avoid the Bad Guys
Phishing Not trying to catch a bass or catfish Trying to catch you
Avoid the Hook Do not reply to s or pop-up messages that ask for personal or financial information. Do not click on any links in these messages. Do not personal or financial information.
Avoid the Hook Be cautious about opening attachments or downloading files from s. Use anti-virus software and a firewall, and keep them up to date. Review credit card and bank account statements as soon as you receive them.
Avoid the Hook Forward spam that is phishing for information to and to the company. If you believe you’ve been scammed, file a complaint at ftc.gov, and then visit the FTC’s Identity Theft website.
About Social Media It’s not a fad It’s not going away Your family is using it
Who Is Using Social Media?
What Are You Using? Facebook Google Pinterest YouTube Twitter
Easy Rule of Thumb
Social Media to Try
Keys to Social Media Safety o Be Aware o Be Thoughtful o Protect Your Passwords
Keys to Social Media Safety o Keep It Private o Know Your Friends o Be Personable, but Not too Personal
Keys to Social Media Safety o Be Smart about Photos and Videos o Understand It’s Permanent o Mind Your Manners