Protect your privacy as you head back to school

Going to school is a big change for most students. Parents are no longer responsible and we are in control of what happens in our lives. Leave alone and remember all the responsibilities that come with it. One of those responsibilities is managing your online life.

You’re the one to blame when things go wrong, so it’s important to make sure you know how to keep your online presence safe and private.

Here are some basics to steer you in the right direction so you can be yourself without worrying too much.

updates are very important

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All devices you own that can connect to the Internet must be kept up to date.

So by saying “yes” to those annoying update notifications that reboot your phone, you’ll be able to get your laptop to get important updates from Microsoft and Apple, and you’ll be able to get your headphones and the apps you use all the way you’d normally think. Devices that don’t have them should also be updated regularly.

Most of the time this isn’t a big hassle and it either updates automatically when you turn it off or lets you know that an update is waiting. This is important. Because when a software flaw is discovered, someone will try to use it to invade your life in some way.

Don’t make it any easier than it needs to be for them. Of course, things get a little harder when the phone stops getting updates altogether.

use security software

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Chances are you have a phone or tablet that uses Android or Apple’s iOS and has built-in tools to check if other software is doing something suspicious. You need the same for your laptop.

If you have a Chromebook, you’re covered whether you like it or not, but you may not rely on your Chromebook for all your needs. The good news is that both Windows and Mac laptops come with a number of tools, some built-in such as Windows Defender, to regularly scan for suspicious software. Please use one.

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It’s not enough to just install it, you also have to make it work. Even something like Microsoft’s Windows Defender should regularly scan the files and folders on your device. Either set this to happen automatically (best option) or run it manually at least once a week.

I’m not going to make any suggestions as to what software you should use. Because all software does the same job. Even the free options are pretty good. Make a habit of using it.

backup everything

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Ultimately, the “thing” will be broken or lost. Hopefully I can get my money’s worth back before that happens, but anyway, when the money runs out, everything stored there is gone unless you have it backed up somewhere.

That could mean using tools on your phone like Google Photos or iCloud, or another service like Dropbox. Your phone backs up some things like apps and contacts to your account, but user data is usually not backed up.

Whether you transfer everything to an external storage drive, use a paid service like Google One, or use a free service like Dropbox or drive storage you get with your Google account, anything you can copy takes your time. copy it. “We can’t afford to lose on a regular basis.

internet is forever

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Everything you post on social media stays on the internet forever. all. eternally. You can go back and delete something, but there are still many ways to find it.

The same applies to anything you publish online, or anything others publish online. Keep this in mind when you post a funny picture of your best friend passing out drunk or sharing a Gravity Bon hit. The same goes for information you might not have shared. Once there, it is there.

Nearly all companies that offer user-driven internet experiences will help you if someone posts harassment against you, and they’ll do a little bit better than you can. If you find photos or information shared without your consent, be sure to contact the place where it was posted for assistance. Also, don’t be the kind of person who posts about someone without their consent.

be careful with money

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Check your bank and credit card statements daily.

It only takes a minute using the mobile phone app and you will be notified immediately if you see a transaction you don’t recognize. And there are many who will go to great lengths to try and get the money out of you.

password is important

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You already know what you need to do regarding passwords for everything you use. Now is a good time to change them and fix bad habits.

It’s easier than you think. Use a password manager, use strong passwords, never share passwords with anyone, and don’t let him use the same password twice. Also, use his two-factor authentication on all accounts that support two-factor authentication.

Fixing it after someone gets your password is a lot more trouble than following the right way the first time.

protect one’s own

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I hate entering passwords just like you. I hate it even more when someone hacks into my phone or laptop.

Use your device’s security settings to make sure only you can unlock it. That’s what it’s for. There may be nothing to hide, but that’s not the point. your on the phone my Hands, I can do a lot, as if I were you.

Please do not leave your luggage there. You probably trust the people you spend time with, and you should be able to do so. But abandoned cell phones and laptops are prime targets for people with sticky fingers.

Think twice before clicking

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A great way to steal someone’s information is to trick them into giving it up through a fake web page. Fishing is big money.

Never click on links you didn’t ask for or sent to you by people you don’t know. This applies to emails, text messages, social media, and everything else. If you have a link on a web page, think about how much you trust the person or company that put the link there.

Browsers and messaging apps protect you a little, but phishing scams always find a way. It’s up to you if you don’t fall for them.

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Shopping online is easy and you can usually find everything you need and have it delivered to your door. Please act wisely. Do not purchase anything from questionable websites or from public computers.

Going a step further, you should use a VPN if you’re not using a private connection such as your local Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. There are people who make a living sniffing out the air what you can use on Amazon in your name. don’t take it easy on them.

Also, never use public computers for anything that requires you to log in. Use your phone in places where there is little chance of someone snooping on what you are typing.

Cryptography is your friend

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Governments of the world hate crypto. The reason is the same reason we like encryption. Encryption keeps things confidential.

you probably I haven’t done anything illegal to hide, but that doesn’t matter. You would never want me to come into your house and lounge on your couch without an invitation. Also, you don’t want me to know what you said to your friends or what you said on your cell phone.

It’s easier than anything. There are many encrypted messaging apps, and they are all packed with features. Web browsers can warn you if your connection to a website is not encrypted. Also, mobile phones are encrypted by default, making it almost impossible to find a way to decrypt them.

Encryption is the best tool when it comes to data privacy.

None of it is difficult, even if it seems really boring. And because we’ve actually made it easier, it helps prevent ‘hacks’.

Now you are in charge and it is all your responsibility.

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