In this digital day and age, information is much more readily accessible than before. Thanks to the Internet, we have a vast amount of information available that continually enriches our lives.
However, the numerous benefits associated with readily available information has also opened doors to potential harm as well. Concerns related to cyber-security are increasing on a regular basis, with regular news stories reporting how online hackers victimize bank accounts and credit cards.
In light of these threats, here are some ways to ensure your family’s digital safety.
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1. Use A VPN On Your Router
With online threats becoming ever prevalent, digital devices are now more vulnerable than they were ever before. Devices that make use of unprotected public Wi-Fi hotspots are prone to breaches. This why it is imperative to use a VPN router. It enables you to secure confidential transactions, web sessions, and transmitted data no matter where you are by hiding or changing your IP. Your data is encrypted and your digital identity remains hidden.
2. Ensure Your Children’s Digital Safety
Children can now access more information in this day and age with just a few clicks. It is important to conduct family meetings where children are taught about Internet safety. Teach your kids to create accounts with complex passwords. Also, remind kids not to click on any suspicious link that can lead to potential harm. It is also important to teach them about different aspects of cyberbullying. Parents can use parental control apps to monitor the activity of their children in detail.
3. Avoid Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi is a convenience to everyone, but it is important to realize how easily public Wi-Fi can be compromised by hackers. Nefarious individuals can install malware on our computers and phones or may conduct man-in-the-middle attacks to intercept and change our communications with other entities on the web… If you do decide to use public Wi-Fi, remember to use a VPN and, failing that, do not access any confidential accounts over a public connection.
4. Social Media Traps
It is imperative to understand that personal information being uploaded to social media can be misused by hackers. Educate your relatives about the dangers associated with openly sharing your data. Make sure you don’t expose an unnecessarily large amount of your personal life online.
It is also unsafe to talk with strangers on social media, especially for kids. Numerous financial scams and kidnapping cases have befallen those who let their guard down online… If a website or online service provide parental controls, parents are encouraged to use them to ensure their children have a safer time online…
5. Watch Out For Scams
The Internet is rife with scams. Scammers use social engineering techniques to make us divulge confidential or financial information, while other “get rich quick” or “prize winner” scams take advantage of greedy individuals. That’s why it’s vital for families to remain vigilant online. Do not deal with people whose identity you cannot fully verify and remember there’s no free lunch – if the product is free you are the product.
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