Seven online-security blunders to avoid
source: http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/ptech/08/20/online.securitytips/index.html
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(CNN) -- By now most personal-computer users know not to post their Social Security numbers on the Internet or respond to Nigerian e-mails seeking help with suspicious bank-account transfers.
But many people still make mistakes that compromise their computer's security or invite identity thieves.
"You can't be too safe," said Jeff Fox, technology editor at Consumer Reports. People are more savvy today about online security, says Fox, "but a lot more education is needed. You need to be street-smart, the way you are in the real world."
In an interview with CNN, Fox listed seven common online blunders that make people vulnerable to viruses and theft, and offered tips on how to avoid them: Video at link...
7. Shopping online the same way you do in stores
6. Clicking on a pop-up ad that says your PC is not secure
5. Thinking your Mac shields you from all risks
4. Downloading free software
3. Using a single password for all online accounts
2. Accessing an account through an e-mail link
1. Assuming your security software is protecting you
But many people still make mistakes that compromise their computer's security or invite identity thieves.
"You can't be too safe," said Jeff Fox, technology editor at Consumer Reports. People are more savvy today about online security, says Fox, "but a lot more education is needed. You need to be street-smart, the way you are in the real world."
In an interview with CNN, Fox listed seven common online blunders that make people vulnerable to viruses and theft, and offered tips on how to avoid them: Video at link...
7. Shopping online the same way you do in stores
6. Clicking on a pop-up ad that says your PC is not secure
5. Thinking your Mac shields you from all risks
4. Downloading free software
3. Using a single password for all online accounts
2. Accessing an account through an e-mail link
1. Assuming your security software is protecting you
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