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1 Stay Safe & Secure Online

2 Outline Passwords Everyday Security Email Security Physical Security Protecting Personal Information

3 Passwords They keep our online information private.

4 We have a lot of them. And it is hard to remember them all. But…

5 Creating Good Passwords

6 1.Longer is better 2.Mix things up 3.Try a passage 4.Try a passphrase

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8 Other Password Tips Change important passwords annually Have levels of complexity Use 2-step authentication if you have a cell phone

9 Managing your passwords Use a password manager Share important password with a trusted family member Have a little black book with hints

10 DEMO

11 Everyday Security

12 Computers Download and install updates regularly Use your computer’s firewall and anti-virus

13 Wi-Fi and Secure Sites Have a password for your home wireless network Turn off file-sharing If using public Wi-Fi (like at the library) don’t share banking information For all networks, make sure sites when you enter personal information have: https:// or shttp://

14 Apps Only download apps from the App Store / Play Store Read reviews If an app costs money don’t download a “free version”

15 Email Security Don’t reply to spam Don’t click on links from “banks” Be cautious of strange emails coming from a friend Don’t open attachments that end in.exe

16 Email Tip Create a email to give out to stores and mailing lists, keeping your personal email private.

17 Physical Security Consider a laptop lock if taking your laptop places. Always have a screen lock Back-up your data Write down serial numbers of phones and tablets.

18 Is it Safe to Share?

19 Tips Don’t post credit card info, SIN, or home address Be cautious with your phone number Consider a pseudonym on sites where you interact with strangers

20 Pay via PayPal, Ebay, Amazon, or sites with VeriSign Microsoft doesn’t call Ask to see receipts for tickets Be careful about sending money to people you haven’t met Report scams Scams & Fraud

21 3 things to do this weekend 1.Change your email password (and maybe more!) 2.Write down your phone’s serial number 3.Run updates for your computer, phone, or tablet

22 More Information http://wvml.ca/onlinesafety


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