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The Internet = A World of Opportunities Look what’s at your fingertips A way to communicate with friends, family, colleagues Access to information and entertainment A means to learn, meet people, and explore

Online Security Versus Online Safety Security: We must secure our computers with technology in the same way that we secure the doors to our homes. Safety: We must act in ways that help protect us against the risks that come with Internet use.

Primary Online Risks and Threats To Families Cyberbullies File-sharing abuses Invasion of privacy Disturbing content Predators To Personal Information Online fraud and phishing Hoaxes Identity theft Spam To Computers Viruses Worms Trojans Spyware

Viruses/Worms Software programs designed to invade your computer, and copy, damage, or delete your data. Trojans Viruses that pretend to be helpful programs while destroying your data, damaging your computer, and stealing your personal information. Spyware Software that tracks your online activities or displays endless ads. Primary Threats to Computer Security

Predators These people use the Internet to trick children into meeting with them in person. File-share Abuse Unauthorized sharing of music, video, and other files may be illegal, and download malicious software. Cyberbullies Both children and adults may use the Internet to harass or intimidate other people. Invasion of Privacy If kids fill out online forms, they may share information you don’t want strangers to have about them or your family. Disturbing Content If kids explore unsupervised, they could stumble upon images or information you may not want them exposed to. Primary Online Risks for Children

Spam Unwanted , messages, and other online communication Phishing sent by online criminals to trick you into going to fake Web sites and revealing personal information Identity Theft A crime where con artists get your personal information and access your cash and/or credit Hoaxes sent by online criminals to trick you into giving them money Primary Threats to Personal Online Safety

Steps You Can Take Your computer 1.Turn on Windows Internet firewall. 2.Use Microsoft Update to keep Windows up- to-date automatically. 3.Install and maintain antivirus software. 4.Install and maintain Microsoft Windows Defender. Yourself 1.Practice Internet behavior that lowers your risk. 2.Manage your personal information carefully. 3.Use anti-phishing and anti-spam technology built into Windows Vista, Windows XP SP2, Windows Live, and Microsoft Outlook. Your family 1.Talk with your kids about what they do online. 2.Set clear rules for Internet use. 3.Keep personal information private. 4.Use family safety settings in Microsoft software.

Turn on Windows Internet firewall Four Steps to Help Protect Your Computer Use Microsoft Update to keep Windows up-to-date automatically Install and maintain antispyware software Install and maintain antivirus software

Turn on Windows Internet Firewall An Internet firewall helps create a protective barrier between your computer and the Internet

Use Automatic Updates to Keep Software Up-to-date Install all updates as soon as they are available Automatic updates provide the best protection

Install and Maintain Antivirus Software Antivirus software helps to detect and remove computer viruses before they can cause damage. For antivirus software to be effective, you must keep it up-to-date. Don’t let it expire

Install and Maintain Antispyware Software Use antispyware software, like Microsoft Windows Defender, so unknown software cannot track your online activity and potentially steal your information.

Other Ways to Help Protect Your Computer Back up your files regularly Think before you click Read Web site privacy statements Close pop-ups using red “X”

Back up Your Files Save to CD/DVD, a USB drive, or other external source Use a Web-based backup service

Think Before You Click Be cautious with attachments and links Only download files from Web sites you trust

Read Privacy Statements Understand what you are getting before you agree to download or share your personal information

Use the Red “X” to Close Pop-ups Always use the red “X” in the corner of a pop- up screen. Never click “yes,” “accept,” or even “cancel,” because it could be a trick that installs software on your computer.

Take Steps to Help Protect Your Family Talk with your kids about what they do online Keep personal information private Set clear rules for Internet use Use family safety software

Talk with Your Kids about Online Risks Talk frankly with your kids about Internet risks, including Online criminals Inappropriate content Invasion of privacy Empower them by teaching them how their own behavior can reduce those risks and help to keep them safe when they are online Helpful online resources

Pay Attention to What Your Kids Do Online Keep the computer in a central area Get to know how your kids use the Internet Let your kids be the teacher Teach kids to trust their instincts Encourage them to report any problems

Keep Personal Information Private Teach children to check with you before sharing personal information online Monitor your children’s online activities Teach your children to report suspicious activity Help children choose appropriate screen names and addresses

Set Clear Rules for Internet Use Do not share files or open attachments Do not click links in Treat others the way you want to be treated Stand up for yourself Respect other people’s property Never go alone to meet an Internet “friend” in person

Use Family Safety Software Available in Windows Vista ®, Windows Live ™ OneCare ™ Family Safety, Xbox 360 ® Helps parents manage the content their children view, what they do, and who they communicate with online

How to Handle Problems Contact police to report any threat immediately Report incidents to: CyberTipline

Practice Internet behavior that lowers your risk Manage your personal information carefully Use technology to reduce nuisances, and raise the alarm when appropriate Take Steps to Help Protect Your Personal Information

Practice Internet Behaviors that Help Reduce Your Risk Delete spam, don’t open it Be on the lookout for online scams Use strong passwords

Manage Personal Information Carefully Do not share personal information in or instant messages Use only secure and trusted Web sites Make sure you are where you think you are: Web sites can be faked Avoid financial transactions over wireless networks When in public, stay private

Use Anti-Phishing and Anti-Spam Technology Most providers and programs, like Windows Live Hotmail ® and Microsoft Outlook ®, filter most spam Phishing Filter in Internet Explorer ® 7 helps to block and warn about suspicious sites

Get a copy of your credit report and ensure your account is marked “fraud alert” and “victim’s statement” If Your Identity is Stolen Report it Follow up in writing Change all passwords Place fraud alert on credit reports