The Basics Of Internet Safety
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The document discusses internet safety and provides tips to protect yourself from common online threats such as spam, phishing, identity theft, adware, spyware, harassment, and predators. It notes key risks like downloading unknown software, clicking suspicious links, and oversharing personal information. The document recommends using strong passwords, updated security software, and caution when interacting with strangers online.
The Basics Of Internet Safety
- 1. The Missouri River Regional Library The Basics of Internet Safety
- 2. The Good Communication Information Entertainment Sharing Connecting
- 3. The Bad Spam Phishing Identity Theft Adware Spyware Pop-ups Flaming Stalking, harassment ,bullying
- 4. The Internet Can Seem Like a Scary Place http://www.flickr.com/photos/rling/438040809/
- 5. The Good News Last year your odds of becoming a cyber victim dropped from 1 in 4 to 1 in 6 - stats from Consumer Reports, Sept 2008, pg 23
- 6. The Bad News your odds of becoming a victim are 1 in 6 - stats from Consumer Reports, Sept 2008, pg 23
- 7. Spam Unsolicited messages http://www.flickr.com/photos/grumbler/532250527/
- 8. True or False If I get unwanted email I should click on the “unsubscribe” link False!
- 9. Not just for email anymore E-mail spam, Instant messaging Blogs Wiki Mobile phone messaging Internet forums Fax
- 10. Protection Email with a good filter – email Don’t open spam - email Get an email address just for use online - email Turn on comment moderation – blogs, wikis Turn comments off – blogs, wikis, flickr Restriction access – forums, blogs, wikis, flickr Limit who get’s your contact information – email, IM, Fax, Text
- 12. Not That Kind - Phishing The process of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phishing
- 13. Protection Don’t access your accounts from an email link Don’t respond to fear tactics Know who the link is from Be suspicious of links from people you know Look for substitutions 0 for O, 1 for L or I, etc
- 14. Identity Theft your personal information is stolen and used without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes - http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/carbonnyc/57280104/
- 15. Protection Don’t download free software Don’t click on email links to log into accounts Use anti-virus software Use anti-spyware software Use a firewall https Credit reports Don’t send confidential information via email Use a complex password Use one credit card for online transactions – review the statements carefully
- 16. Adware Software that pops up advertisements on a user's computer. ads targeted to the individual user based on data collected from key words entered in search engines and the types of Web sites visited. - pc magazine http://www.flickr.com/photos/djm/17328024/
- 17. Spyware Software installed covertly on a personal computer to intercept or take partial control over the user's interaction with the computer, without the user's informed consent. - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spyware http://www.flickr.com/photos/practicalowl/314989744/
- 18. Pop Ups A small window that is displayed on top of the existing windows on screen -pc magazine http://www.flickr.com/photos/paperghost/876640836/
- 19. Protection Don’t download free software Don’t click on pop-ups Don’t click on links from people you don’t know Be wary of links from people you do know Look for substitutions 0 for O, 1 for L or I, etc Anti-spyware software
- 20. Flaming Hostile and insulting interaction Usually occurs in the social context of a discussion board, chat or e-mail. Attempt to assert authority or establish a position of superiority Believes he or she carries the only valid opinion. Personal attacks on those who disagree. Wish to upset and offend other members of the forum (trolls) http://flickr.com/photos/cleaneugene/2438462422/
- 21. Protection Don’t feed the “trolls” Think twice, or three times Count to ten Know and use proper netiquette Trust your instincts Leave the situation
- 22. Stalking, Harassment, Bullying The attacker harasses a victim using electronic communication, such as e-mail or instant messaging or messages posted to a Web site or a discussion group. Relies upon the anonymity afforded by the Internet to allow them to stalk their victim without being detected. http://flickr.com/photos/blogjamdotorg/463043832/
- 23. Some examples Unwanted emails Unwanted Instant Messages Posting lies, hateful messages on discussion boards, blogs, forums etc Pose as the victim and send/post offensive comment, content or emails Fake photos Fake websites
- 24. Protection Don’t get involved in flame wars Don’t share personal information online Ignore taunts Trust your instincts
- 25. If you are being stalked, bullied or harassed Save messages Screenshots Save screen name, email address, profiles, etc Block if possible Contact your Internet Service Provider Contact law enforcement
- 26. Predators Attempt to exploit people, usually for sexual or financial purposes http://flickr.com/photos/eldave/2037762175/
- 27. Protection Consider not posting a photo Limit what personal information you share Limit who can see your personal information Don’t talk to strangers Use a screen name that doesn’t reveal too much about you Trust your instincts
- 28. 7 Online Blunders Assuming your security software is protecting you Accessing an account through an email link Using a single password for all online accounts Downloading free software Thinking your Mac shields you from all risks Clicking on a pop-up ad that says your pc is insecure Shopping online the way you do in stores - from Consumer Reports, Sept 2008 pg 26
- 29. More Resources http://besafe.more.net/ http://besafe.more.net/sam/resources.shtml http://www.wiredsafety.org/resources/powerpoint/cyberstalking_study.ppt . http://www.beverlypd.org/pdf/PERSONAL%20SAFETY/CYBERSTALKING.pdf http://www.fbi.gov/publications/pguide/pguidee.htm http://safekids.com/2008/03/18/safety-myths-and-web-20/ http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/ http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/edcams/freereports/index.html https://www.annualcreditreport.com http://www.snopes.com/ http://besafe.more.net/ http://inobtr.org/Intro.aspx