Mondays Matter: Week 9

Taken from the book Every Monday Matters: 52 Ways to Make A Difference by Matthew Emerzian and Kelly Bozza

Protect Yourself with Internet Safety

ACTION STEPS

1. Create a password that has a combination of upper and lowercase letter, numbers , and symbols for unlocking your computer and for accessing websites. Use a different password for each site.

2. Never use an automatic log-in feature that saves your username and password.

3. Always log off the internet or your computer when you’re finished.

4. Avoid storing financial information on your computer.

5. Use anti-virus software and a firewall.

6. Do not open emails sent from strangers.

7. Forward spam that is phishing for information to spam@uce.gov and to the company, bank, or organization impersonated in the phishing email.

These are all great tips and excellent reminders when we are in the internet. Remain cyber-safe by protecting your computer as if it were your wallet. Practice safe surfing and you will be glad you did!