October, both in Europe and in the United States dedicated to safe internet and as part of this initiative, the FBI gave five security tips. Through the National Cyber Security Awareness Month attempt by the US authorities to raise awareness of users.
This is to protect the country against cyber incidents and responding appropriately to enable them could occur. The FBI says that it invests a lot in tracking down cyber criminals and protect networks, but that cyber security is a task for everyone. "Every American who used home or office digital technologies must play a role in cyber security," according to the investigation department. To help people on their way, the FBI five tips compiled:
- Set strong passwords and don’t share them with anyone.
- Keep a clean machine—your operating system, browser, and other critical software are optimized by installing regular updates.
- Maintain an open dialogue with your family, friends, and community about Internet safety.
- Limit the amount of personal information you post online and use privacy settings to avoid sharing information widely.
- Be cautious about what you receive or read online—if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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