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Get Safe Online: Wireless Networks and Hotspots
Wireless networks are more convenient than wired networks, but wireless networks are susceptible to a wider range of security threats. This resource describes some of these security threats and how to configure a secure wireless network.
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Get Safe Online: Smartphones and Tablets
Most people do not think their mobile phone is a security risk. However, smart phones and phones that use wireless connections such as Bluetooth are susceptible to security threats unless they are configured properly. This resource...
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Get Safe Online: Windows Updates
One way to protect a computer from security threats is to keep the operating system up to date. This resource explains the benefits of updating the Windows operating system and how to run Windows update.
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Get Safe Online: Use Internet Telephony Safely
Internet telephony is using the internet for voice communication. It is also called voice over IP (VOIP). This site provides some tips on how to use VOIP safely and avoid loss of privacy.
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Get Safe Online: Use Webmail Wisely
Webmail is web-based email. The reason webmail is popular is because it provides convenient email processing from any internet connected computer. This site describes some of the security risks associated with webmail and how to avoid them.
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Get Safe Online: Use Instant Messaging Safely
Instant messaging is internet communication in real time. This site describes some of the risks associated with instant messaging and how to use instant messaging safely.
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Get Safe Online: Spam and Scam Email
Virtually everyone with an email account can relate to the frustration of having to deal with suspicious email messages. This site provides some advice on how to deal with unwanted spam and phishing scams.
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Get Safe Online: Get Safe Top Ten
Using the internet can be risky if safety precautions are not followed. This article provides an internet safety assessment to help users identify critical security actions that should be taken to protect a computer that is connected to...
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Get Safe Online: Safe Social Networking
Social networking sites are very popular. They also expose people to certain risks, such as online bullying, loss of privacy, cyber stalking and other problems. This resource describes some of the risks with social networking sites and...
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Get Safe Online: Safeguarding Identity
Online criminals use several techniques to steal identities. This resource provides links to other sites that deal with different types of identity theft scams such as phishing and spoofing.