Internet Safety & Awareness

Dan Tomlinson 02/23/2013

Internet risks Top six tips for online safety What to do if there is a problem Online safety resources

Internet Risks

Primary Threats to your Computer Security

Viruses/Worms

Software programs designed to invade your computer, and copy, damage, or delete your data.

Trojans

Viruses that pretend to be helpful programs while destroying your data, damaging your computer, and stealing your personal information.

Spyware

Software that tracks your online activities or displays endless ads.

Primary Threats to your personal online safety

Phishing

E-mail sent by online criminals to trick you into going to fake Web sites and revealing personal information

Identity Theft

A crime where con artists get your personal information and access your cash and/or credit

Hoaxes

E-mail sent by online criminals to trick you into giving them money

Spam

Unwanted e-mail, instant messages, and other online communication

Primary online risks for your children

Cyberbullies

Both children and adults may use the Internet to harass or intimidate other people.

File-share Abuse

Unauthorized sharing of music, video, and other files may be illegal, and download malicious software.

Predators

These people use the Internet to trick children into meeting with them in person.

Disturbing Content

If kids explore unsupervised, they could stumble upon images or information you may not want them exposed to.

Invasion of Privacy

If kids fill out online forms, they may share information you don’t want strangers to have about them or your family.

Top six tips for online safety

Defend your computer & network Strengthen your computer’s defenses Avoid downloading malware Secure your home network

Defend your computer

Strengthen your computer’s defenses

Keep firewall on Defend against malware Update software automatically

Defend your computer

Avoid downloading malicious software

Think before you click Confirm that the message is legitimate Close pop-up messages carefully

Ctrl F4

Defend your network Secure your home network: Wireless Network Security Use WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) or WPA If you use the older WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) instead of WPA, then make sure to maximize the encryption Use a strong password/change your network address Enable MAC address filtering Disable SSID broadcasting Use OpenDNS to make your network safer Access Restrictions

Protect sensitive personal information Look for signs of a secure webpage Save financial transactions for home Keep sensitive info to yourself Avoid scams

Protect sensitive personal information Set up dummy e-mail addresses when registering for sites Turn on privacy settings in browser Install adblocking software

Learn how to spot scams

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Suspicious email address Generic salutations Alarmist messages Grammatical errors Requests for personal info

Create strong passwords and keep them secret Password: Strength: S s dsRsafer!

BEST Use different passwords Don’t share your passwords

Take charge of your online reputation Discover Evaluate Protect Cultivate Restore

Take charge of your online reputation

Use social networks more safely Use Settings or Options Accept new friends wisely Be careful what you post

Share with care

Don’t take or share suggestive photos or videos Make social network pages private Keep personal info to yourself Be choosy about adding friends Share your accomplishments

Connect honestly and carefully

Download files legally Downloading files and following unreliable links are two of the most common ways in which computers are compromised by malware Use web content honestly Use web & social sites appropriately Meet an online “friend” in person VERY cautiously

Take extra steps to help keep kids safer online Set clear rules Keep communication open Use family safety software Manage and monitor kids’ computer use Get reports of kids’ computer use Control time of online access

Pay attention to kids’ activities online

Join the fun; “Friend” and “Follow” your kids Evaluate websites and devices beforehand Locate consoles and computers centrally Watch for changes in behavior

Set clear rules

Keep personal information private Respect others Only add people you know as friends Don’t spread rumours Don’t use a real photo as your main profile picture Use a nickname or first name Don’t add apps without talking to us first Don’t upload photos of people without asking first Don’t share passwords

What is online bullying?

Send or post cruel messages Disclose secrets Shut someone out Impersonate the target Pretend to befriend someone

What you can do with your kids

Lay the groundwork: pay attention Help bystanders standup to online cruelty Help those who are bullied or bully others online Promote kindness in your community

What to do if there is a problem

What to do if there is a problem When using email, a social network, or other web service Continued harassment or physical threats Your identity is stolen or you responded to a scam

Let’s recap 1: Defend your computer 2: Protect sensitive personal information 3: Create strong passwords and keep secret 4: Take charge of your online reputation 5: Use social networks more safely 6: Take extra steps to help keep kids safer online

Online safety resources www.microsoft.com/security www.twitter.com/Safer_Online www.facebook.com/SaferOnline www.youtube.com/MSFTOnlineSafety www.mediasmarts.ca

www.bewebaware.ca

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