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1 Computer Security By Sierra Monif

2 “Access to information and entertainment, credit and financial services, products from every corner of the world — even to your work — is greater than ever.”

3 Protect Your... Protect personal information Know who you’re dealing with Use security software Keep operating system and browsers up-to-date Keep passwords safe and strong Back up important files Learn what to do in e-mergency

4 Avoid criminals getting personal information by... Not replying to messages asking for information Not responding to peculiar messages Ignoring all pop-ups about winning prizes

5 Know Who You’re Dealing With At unknown site, call seller’s phone number Type site’s name into search engine to see reviews Use software toolbar that rates and warns you about sites

6 Use Security Software Keep all software and firewall up-to-date Ignore messages that are unfamiliar Set security software to update automatically

7 Keep Operating System and Web Browser Up-to-Date Set all software to download/install security automatically Disconnect computer if not using for a long time Increase security by changing privacy settings

8 Keep Passwords Safe and Strong Make it tough by... –Using long passwords that include numbers or symbols –Avoid common words –Don’t use personal information –Change password regularly –Use different passwords for every account ***********

9 Back Up Your Files No software in completely secure Copy all important files onto removable disk Store all important files in a safe place

10 Learn What to Do In E-mergency If malware is lurking, stop all online activity with passwords Confirm security is up-to-date Call professional for help if still a problem Write down your problem and problem

11 Free Anti-virus Protection Spurs More Robust Options Today, an estimated 40% to 60% PCs go unprotected Consumers and Companies will spend $7.2 billion on anti-virus software this year

12 Free Anti-virus Protection Spurs More Robust Options (cont.) It’s important to know that multiple layers of protection are most likely preferred. Generally, free programs lack important features.

13 One Last Thing Stay Safe Online! Click below for a quick lecture of how to stay safe online.

14 “Access to information and entertainment, credit and financial services, products from every corner of the world — even to your work — is greater than ever.”

15 Citations OnGuard Online. Computer Security. [Online] http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/computer- security.aspx\ LayoutSparks. Abstract. [Online] http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/232651/joe- jonas-violet-abstract.jpg http://images2.layoutsparks.com/1/232651/joe- jonas-violet-abstract.jpg USA TODAY. Free anti-virus protection spurs more robust options. [Online] 21, September, 2010. Back to MAIN POWERPOINT

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