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Website
Federal Trade Commission

Ftc: Consumer Information: Privacy, Identity and Online Security

For Students 9th - 10th
Knowing how to protect your personal information and your identity is a must in the 21st century. Here are some tips for doing it effectively.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Defining Cyberwarfare in Hopes of Preventing It

For Students 9th - 10th
Can you imagine a future where wars are fought not with bombs and bullets but computer viruses and pacemaker shutdowns? Cyberware is unique in that it is not covered by existing legal framework and it often inspires more questions than...
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Handout
Federal Trade Commission

On Guard Online: Malware

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains practical tips for dealing with spyware malware including clues indicating that malware is present on a computer.
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Article
Get Safe Online

Get Safe Online: Use a Firewall

For Students 9th - 10th
Firewall software forms the first line of defense against hackers and certain types of computer viruses. This site explains what a firewall can do to help secure a computer and what it cannot do. The site also discusses different types...
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Unit Plan
Learn My Way

Learn My Way: Keeping Your Personal Data Safe

For Students 9th - 10th
In this online course, students will learn how to keep their online information safe by making and remembering good passwords and also how to control who sees their personal information when using public computers and social media.
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Unit Plan
Goodwill

Gcf Global: Internet Safety : How to Avoid Malware

For Students 9th - 10th
Malware is one of the most common hazards to your computer when you're online, but it's easy to avoid. Developing safe and smart browsing habits can protect you from malware and other threats, like viruses. Securing your computer and...
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Unit Plan
Goodwill

Gcf Global: Internet Safety: Your Browser's Security Features

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about your browser's built-in security features.
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Article
Get Safe Online

Get Safe Online: Protecting Yourself: Passwords

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how good passwords can protect digital information.