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Privacy & Security Tips

Basic Security Tips

• Use firewall.

• Use virus protection software.

• Use strong passwords.

• Back up your files on a regular basis.

• Do not keep a computer online when not in use.

• Disable scripts.

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Privacy Tips

• Do not reveal personal information to strangers or just-met "friends"

• Do not reveal personal information inadvertently

• Avoid giving information to any company that says they might sell it

• Use encryption

• Keep a "clean" e-mail address

• Do not reply to spammers

• Don't give out credit card numbers in a non-secure environment

• Avoid accessing personal or private information from a computer that is shared

• Turn on cookie notices in your web browser and/or use cookie management software

• Prevent web sites from tracking your activities

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Virus Protection

• Install reliable anti-virus software.

• Update your anti-virus software regularly.

• Don't automatically open attachments.

• Scan all incoming email attachments.

• Delete chain emails and junk email.

• Be careful when downloading files from the Internet.

• Always scan new files for viruses before you use them.

• Take care using usb flash cards, CDs, zip and floppy disks.

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