Top 10 Secure Computing Tips Infographic

When you read emails, use social media, or surf the Internet, you should be alert to scams that try to steal your personal information (also known as identity theft), money, or both. Many of these scams are called "phishing scams" because they "phish" your message. Ransomware can effectively brick your computer until you pay the ransom. A data-stealing Trojan horse can disable all your secure logins. Fortunately, there are a lot of things you can do to prevent these local problems.

You can simply make your computer, smart devices, online credentials, and activities more secure without too much effort.

Here are some tips to help you be more secure in your online life:

• Install anti-virus software and keep it up to date

• Use anti-virus software and keep it up to date

• Use unique passwords for as many different accounts as possible, and make sure your passwords are properly selected and protected

• Do not open suspicious attachments or click unusual links in messages.

• Do not use USB or other external devices unless you have them

• Use a password even if it is optional

• For a company, consider using a firewall

• Keep all software up to date