Cybersecurity-Keeping-Your-Computers-Devices-Safe.pptx
- 1. Phillip Schneider Information Services Librarian Gail Borden Public Library District Cybersecurity: Keeping Your Computers & Devices Safe
- 2. • What is a Virus • Antivirus Software • Web Browsers • Passwords • Safe Internet Use • Upgrading/Updating • Backup Agenda
- 3. Searching through ads What is a Virus
- 4. A malicious set of code meant to harm you and your computer Types of Viruses • Basic Virus • E-mail viruses • Spyware • Trojan Horses • Worms What is a Virus?
- 5. Viruses can… • Record your keyboard strokes • Break/Damage your computer • Hold your files hostage • Use your processing power • Steal/copy your files • Steal other important information such as passwords, credit card numbers, etc. What Can a Virus Do?
- 6. Searching through ads Antivirus Software
- 7. Free Antivirus • Defender (built into windows 8 and up) • Avast • AVG • Panda Security Paid Antivirus • Kaspersky • BitDefender Plus • Norton • McAfee Antivirus Software (Windows)
- 8. Free Antivirus • Defender (built into windows 8 and up) • Avast • AVG • Panda Security Paid Antivirus • Kaspersky • BitDefender Plus • Norton • McAfee Antivirus Software (Windows) Add best for mac Add comparision from free to paid
- 9. Secondary Defense • Malwarebytes • Spybot • Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool Fire Wall • Window Firewall • Kaspersky/Norton firewall • ZoneAlarm Free Firewall • Comodo Firewall(free) • Tiny Wall (in addition to Windows firewall free) Antivirus Software (Windows)
- 10. Secondary Defense • Malwarebytes • Spybot • Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool Fire Wall • Window Firewall • Kaspersky/Norton firewall • ZoneAlarm Free Firewall • Comodo Firewall(free) • Tiny Wall (in addition to Windows firewall free) Antivirus Software (Windows) Add best for mac Add comparision from free to paid
- 11. Show how to configure Windows Firewall Show how to configure Mac OSX firewall Antivirus Software (Windows)
- 12. Searching through ads Web Browsers
- 13. Safest Browsers 1. Google Chrome 2. Fire Fox 3. Windows Edge/Safari (Mac only) 4. Opera Browser Extensions for Privacy • Ghostery • Adblocker Plus • ScriptSafe/NoScript • Disconnect Web Browsers
- 14. Complete Privacy • Purchase a VPN (Virtual Private Network) Encrypts your internet Data Private web browsing, downloading, and uploading Can not be tracked VPNs • NordVPN • Hotspot Shield Elite • Spotflux Premium VPN • Express VPN Typical cost $5-$15 per month Web Browsers
- 16. Create a Strong Password • Use a minimum of 8 characters • Use a long string of words • Add numbers, symbols (IE: !@#$), upper and lowercase letters Examples • Thi$wou!dbeGood • Dogs&cAtsrocK! • 2Fast2cAtch!? Passwords
- 17. Best Password Practices • Never use the same password for multiple accounts • Write down passwords do not save them on your computer • For highest security never let your browser save your password Passwords
- 18. Searching through ads Safe Internet Use
- 19. Safe Internet Use Question before proceeding • Is this a well know site? • Have I used this site safely before? • Does this site make me feel uncomfortable? • Is this site asking for things I don’t want to share? • Do I have a reason to trust this site?
- 20. Safe Internet Use Use Safe Practices • Only download from the companies website • Do not click on popups • Do not give private information unless you are making a purchase from a trusted site. Use Paypal for the most secure transactions Use http://www.scamadviser.com/ to check online retailers
- 22. Safe Internet Use Email • Only open mail from known email addresses • If your friend’s email sounds strange they were likely hacked • Only download or click on links from trusted emails • Use a complicated Password to protect your email • If an email asks for personal information delete it • If an email seems sketchy google the text to see if it is a scam.
- 23. Safe Internet Use Email Get emails alerts and check on latest Scams • https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/scam-alerts
- 26. Upgrading a current computer • Avoid using unsupported Operating system (example: Windows XP) • When possible upgrade to the newest operating system available for your device • Always update your operating system, apps, and programs. This will keep your computer as secure as possible. • Set your computer to automatically update to keep up to date easily. Upgrading/Updating
- 28. Cloud Storage Backup One Drive iCloud Google Drive Drop Box Amazon Cloud Drive
- 29. Physical Back up • Backup up important files to an external Hard drive or large Flash drive often (manually) • Windows backup and restore • Android/iOS backup • Periodically create restore points (Windows) Paid backup • Nova Backup • Acronis Backup • Genie Backup Backup
- 30. Physical Back up • Backup up important files to an external Hard drive or large Flash drive often (manually) • Windows backup and restore • Android/iOS backup • Periodically create restore points (Windows) Paid backup • Nova Backup • Acronis Backup • Genie Backup Backup add in physical back up brands Add in comparison Add in size estimates Cloud vs physical Programs vs manually Company vs do it yourself
Editor's Notes
- #5: source: for list of virus types http://computer.howstuffworks.com/virus.htm
- #14: Based off of security tests and reviews http://www.browserscope.org/ http://tiptopsecurity.com/safest-web-browser-chrome-firefox-ie-opera-safari-comparison-chart/
- #30: Example There are several options for those who want a physical backup of their files. Option one is to purchase a devices—such as an external hard drive or flash drive—and save the files to the device. Pros are that users include only a one-time cost; cons are that if your home computer gets fried, there’s a good likelihood your device may get fried as well. Option two is to pay for a backup service—such as Nova, Acronis, or Genie—to save your files for you. Pros are that you don’t have to worry about equipment; cons are that it may involve a monthly subscription cost.
- #31: Example There are several options for those who want a physical backup of their files. Option one is to purchase a devices—such as an external hard drive or flash drive—and save the files to the device. Pros are that users include only a one-time cost; cons are that if your home computer gets fried, there’s a good likelihood your device may get fried as well. Option two is to pay for a backup service—such as Nova, Acronis, or Genie—to save your files for you. Pros are that you don’t have to worry about equipment; cons are that it may involve a monthly subscription cost.