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The document provides a crash course on Internet safety, highlighting that even experienced users can unknowingly put themselves at risk of identity theft, malware, and online harassment. It offers practical tips for protecting personal information, browsing safely, and downloading securely, as well as recommendations for antivirus software. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of staying informed about evolving Internet threats and provides resources for further learning.

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The document provides a crash course on Internet safety, highlighting that even experienced users can unknowingly put themselves at risk of identity theft, malware, and online harassment. It offers practical tips for protecting personal information, browsing safely, and downloading securely, as well as recommendations for antivirus software. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of staying informed about evolving Internet threats and provides resources for further learning.

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Internet

Safety for
Everyone
A Quick and Easy Crash Course
But I already know how to use the
Internet!
You use the Internet every day, and
nothing bad has happened so far. So
you must know all about Internet
safety, right?

Wrong.

Even experienced users


unwittingly do things that put
them at risk. Internet-based
crime can happen to anyone.
If you’re not aware of Internet safety,
you might be at risk of…

Allowing unknown
persons to access
Infecting your your personal data Being harassed or
computer with a virus. and passwords, which bullied online.
may enable them to
commit identity theft.

Revealing personal
details about your
location, financial
Being tricked into
situation, and identity
giving away money or
that might allow
personal information.
someone to target
you for a real-world
crime.
Things you might not know about
Internet safety:

Studies estimate that


up to 48% of American As many as 10 million

f !
computers are infected Americans are affected by
with malware, which is identity theft--one of the
an intentionally biggest dangers on the
malicious program or Internet--every year.
code.
Only 38-48% of victims
Of the Internet fraud cases of identity theft learn
reported to the FBI in 2009, that they’re being

d p
only 38% of the victims victimized within four
knew the perpetrator’s state months of the theft
of residence-- making most beginning. This means
wrongdoers very hard to that by the time most
track down. people realize what’s
going on, major damage
has already been done.
Okay, okay, I believe you!
So what can I do?

Don’t freak out!

There are several easy steps that


you can take to protect yourself
online.
Always keep personal safety
in mind.

Taking certain precautions and


adopting safe habits can go a long
way toward protecting you from
personal harm.
Guard your personal information.

Never respond to an email asking for any passwords or account


numbers, even if they seem to come from a trusted source.

Before revealing personal details like your full name or home


address, ask yourself if it’s really necessary to share that
information.

Use privacy filters and settings on social networking sites to limit the
amount of information you share with strangers.
Browse cautiously.

Before you enter a user name and password


into a site, double check the web address to
make sure you’re at the correct site and not
an imitator.

The most popular browsers offer tools and


settings to help protect you from bad sites.
Update your browser frequently, and avoid
sites it deems unsafe.
Download safely.

Download only from trusted sites. Malware is often


disguised as an innocuous program or file. Download
from a site you know and trust, or use the search
tool at download.cnet.com to search for downloads
that have been verified as safe.

Save the files you download instead of “running”


them. This gives your computer more of a chance to
verify that downloads are safe.

Read the privacy and licensing agreement. It’s a


pain, we know, but if you don’t read the fine print,
you may be unintentionally agreeing to install
spyware or adware on your computer.
What about my computer?
Isn’t it at risk, too?
Computers have the potential to be
subject to a number of attacks,
including viruses, worms, and
spyware.

Sound scary? Don’t worry. You can


keep your computer safe with a few
simple precautions and regular
maintenance.
What protection do I need?
The best defense
against Internet What to look for in
threats is good
antivirus software. an antivirus program:
Antivirus software can
protect you from Antivirus Anti-spyware Firewall
infected email Specifically Protects against Screens out
attachments, corrupt protects malicious software threats that
websites, Internet against that may be try to reach
viruses gathering your your computer
worm viruses, information without over the
spyware, and more. your knowledge Internet
Things to consider before you buy:

Investigate Your Computer


Some computers come with security software, but you
may need to subscribe to it after a trial period.
Windows 7 and Mac OS already have built-in firewalls.
Make sure to turn them on.

Free vs. Paid Premium Software


There are a number of free antivirus programs that can
offer an adequate amount of protection. However,
many free antivirus programs don’t include technical
support and may have limited functions and updating
capabilities.
Is that all?
Not really. ??
One of the great things about the

?
Internet is that it’s constantly
changing…

This has its downsides, though–with new


content, applications, and technology come
new viruses, scams, and risks. Luckily, there’s
an abundance of sites and programs that help
keep you safe and up to date.
More resources:

• A free Internet safety tutorial


Presented by GCFLearnFree.org

• WiredSafety.org
An extensive global resource on
Internet safety

• StrongPasswordGenerator.com
A tool to help you create stronger
passwords

• OnGuardOnline.gov
A comprehensive Internet safety
resource maintained by the Federal

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