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Technology For Tomorrow - Internet Safety

Technology For Tomorrow - Internet Safety. Carly Stine Program Manager. Introductions:. Wifi : Username: Password:. Introductions: Group Leader Introduction Student Instructors Do you think the internet is “safe”? Participants—any first timers here? Name

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Technology For Tomorrow - Internet Safety

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  1. Technology For Tomorrow- Internet Safety Carly Stine Program Manager

  2. Introductions: Wifi: Username: Password: • Introductions: • Group Leader Introduction • Student Instructors • Do you think the internet is “safe”? • Participants—any first timers here? • Name • Most pressing question for today’s workshop 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  3. What is the internet safety? The Internet is a wonderful technological innovation that has made many things that we do easier and more convenient than ever.  It has also allowed us to do some things that we had never thought of before, or thought were outright impossible.  However, as useful as the Internet is, the sad truth is that not everyone uses it with noble intentions. 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  4. Why is internet safety important? Misconception #1 -- Cyber attacks aren't very harmful Misconception #2 -- Other people will keep me safe on the Internet Misconception #3 -- I'm not important enough to be a target 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  5. Dangers of the internet • Viruses • Basic computer virus • Trojan horse • Computer worm • Adware & Spyware • Spam and Phishing • Mousetrapping • Browser hijacking • Clickjacking  • Hacking (or cracking)  476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  6. 6 Tips to Stay Safe Online 1. Find and use a trusted piece or suite of antivirus software. **Windows Users** 2. Use your passwords wisely. 3. If a website or email looks fishy, delete it or otherwise get away from it. 4. Control how much personal information you put on the Internet. 5. Only make payments on trusted websites. 6. Log out of websites and other Internet-based programs when you're done using them. 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  7. Tricks to Remember Passwords • 8-12 characters long • Upper-case and lower-case letters • Numbers and symbols TRICKS FOR MEMORABLE PASSWORDS Password: GBiagr8tm,w$! Phrase to Remember: “Ghost Busters is a great (gr8t) movie, worth money ($)!”

  8. What To Do If Your Account Gets Hacked: REACT • R-reset your password + consider deactivating your account • E-email your contacts to let them know you’ve been hacked (for hacked email accounts) • A-alert your bank • C-clean your computer • T-tell someone! FTC: www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov SEC: www.sec.gov IC3: www.ic3.gov Fraud Watch Network: (877)908-3360

  9. E-mail Safety: Spams, Scams & Attachments Spam Unsafe Attachments Phishing Scam 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  10. Safety tips for Internet browsing Browse Privately Cover Your Tracks Browser Security 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  11. Antivirus Software • Best FREE Solutions: • Avast! • Avira • AVG • Best PAID Solutions: • Kaspersky Lab • BitDefender • TRENDmicro 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

  12. Now Your Turn… • Clear Browser History • Open a private/incognito window in your web browser • Check your antivirus software • Check for updates • Run a scan • Clear spam folder in email • Check email privacy settings • Generate a list of four different passwords Before Next Class 476 Shunpike Rd. Williston, VT | www.tech4tomorrow.org

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