Information Security Advice for the Home User
Sometimes the best advice is the simplest. Here are some general guidelines for an entertaining and secure online experience that can be enjoyed by all the family.
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Avoid unmonitored access |
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Always keep passwords private |
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Try to participate in online activity |
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Discuss popular sites visited |
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Encourage openness |
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Ensure monitors are visible |
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Check that security software products cannot be disabled |
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Use a firewall |
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Keep anti-virus, anti-malware and security patches up to date |
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Respect privacy laws |
This section contains useful advice and tools to help protect your family from inappropriate content, unsolicited contact, harmful viruses, identity theft, and other IT security related threats. (Trusted Partner - Rits Security Group)
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