Internet Safety

Internet Safetyfor TeensArmstrong School DistrictCreated by Donna Golab

March 20111

GLOGIs it safe?

Netiquette Avoid using ALL CAPS Dont use offensive language Avoid spamming (junk e-mail) Avoid abusive messages (flames) Be concise Be considerate Be polite, dont be rudeProtect Your Passwords Use secure passwords Mix letters, numbers, and symbols Unique More than six characters

Avoid using Birthdays Common words Names

Protection Connection

Protect Your IDResearch before providing personal informationKnow your recipientVerify source is trustworthy

Computer Security Protect personal information Automatically update security software Keep passwords safe, secure, and strong Back up files Avoid scamsRemove Temp Files Web pages Images Sound files Movies

Open Browser Click on Safety OR Tools Internet OptionsProtect Your Credit Credit Report Check report yearly Freeze credit report if needed Free credit report

Protect Your Computer Keep computer up to date Operating system Browser Anti-virus

ID TheftPlace Fraud Alert on credit report TransUnion 1-800-680-7289 Experian1-888-EXPERIAN Equifax1-800-525-6285 File police report Report theft to FTC FTC Federal Trade CommissionWIFI and HotspotsIs hotspot secure?No password, not secureEncrypted site: httpsLocationsLibrariesStoresRestaurantsHotelsUniversitiesTIPSLog out or log off of each websiteNo permanent log inMinimize personal infoSharing network with strangersBe discreetThink Before You Click

Social Networking Think before posting Know recipient Post only information you want others to see Once posted, you cant undo Restrict access Use privacy settings Uncomfortable, tell someone

Communication Be polite and courteous Tone it down CC: and Reply all: with care and caution Avoid chain letters Use common sense

PhonesUse Caution: Think before sending messageDo not attack othersDont access pornOthers have camerasEasy to record

Photos Questionable photos Facebook, My Space Allows others to identify youDangerous webcams Pranks Boyfriend/GirlfriendYouTube Shared with millions Damages self-esteem and mental health

Share With Care

CreepsHang out: Chat rooms Online communities Groups Social networks ForumsPrecautions:Dont give out personal infoUncomfortable setting, log offUnfriend personNever tolerate harassmentNEVER meet anyone F2F by yourself

Secure Sites https instead of http Digital signatures Digital certificates Encryption secret code Authentication Lock displayed on website

American Lockwww.safety-outlet.comCyber Shopping Know seller Know exactly what you are buying Know the final cost Pay by credit or charge card Check out terms of deal (delivery, refund) Print and save records of transaction NEVER send cash or wire transfer Do not email financial infoOnline Banking Log in only from bank site Use secure password and protect it Log off completely Beware of suspicious emails and calls Never click a link in email Never give out financial info unless you made the call Communicate with financial institutionCredit Cards Delete emails requesting details Use secure website for online purchases Secure PIN number Verify purchases on statement Sign back of card Keep all receipts Keep list of all cards and contact info Never give card to anyone

ScamsDont:Send money to people you do not knowRespond to messages asking for personal or financial infoWire moneyPlay foreign lotteryTaxes, fees, dutiesPay for a free giftDo:Read bills and statements monthlyGive to established charitiesTalk to othersKnow seller/companyRead small printTake your timeVirusesWhat is a virus?Hidden software programs that cause mischief or damageAround 80% are designed to steal confidential informationTypes of viruses:WormsTrojan horseMalwareKeystroke loggersSpywareAdwareVirus Prevention Antivirus software, keep it updated! Use a firewall against hackers.

PhishingScam Spam (e-mail) or pop-up messages Attempt to trick usersCon artist fishes for informationLures for personal and financial info

Spyware Software installed on computer without consent

Multiple pop ups Browser to other sites Unexpected toolbars/icons Sluggish performance

Malware Malicious software or code Includes viruses Programs copy themselves without your permission Does harm to your computer

Computer Infected by Malware? Slows down Malfunctions Wont shut down or restart Automatically displays pages or sends email Displays repeated error message

Cyber Bullying Form of intimidation and harassment Uses electronic means

Accessible any time of day or night AnonymousEmailChat roomSocialsitesCell PhoneIMStand Up to Cyber Bullying

Acronyms

Sources Own Your Space by Linda McCarthy Net Cetera provided by PA attorney general Stay Safe Online Onguard Online Faux Paw Ezine Articles Immihelp.com Howstuffworks.com Citicards.com Olweus WebWiseKids NetLingo NetSmartz Wordle Glog :http://dgolab.glogster.com/internet-safety-for-teens/ Microsoft Clipart: Used with permission from Microsoft