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Privacy & Security Guides
Keep Your Information Private
Knowing what not to share online about yourself is just the first step in keeping identity thieves at bay. read
Understanding Computer Security
Get smart about how to protect your information and your computer from malware and viruses. read
Practice Cyberethics
Cyberethics is a code of behavior on the Internet. Are you following the code? read
Create Safer Email Aliases
Hide your full name and protect your identity in correspondences. read
Hide Your Name in Emails
Follow these steps to protect your identity. read
How to Create Strong Passwords
And tricks for how you can remember them. read
Guarding Yourself Against Email, Web Scams
Be wary of "phishing" thieves who try to steal your personal information, money or both. read
How to Recognize Phishing Email Messages or Links
A few clues can help you spot fraudulent email messages or links within them. read
Phishing Scams That Target Activities, Interests, or News Events
New phishing scams are generated whenever there is a newsworthy event, such as a natural disaster, a national election, or a significant change in the world financial system. read
How Posted Info May Be Used Against You
Become more vigilant while online to avoid websites that try to trick you into divulging too much about yourself. read
Understanding Terms and Conditions
Learn what information you can control online — and what you can't — according to a website's terms of service. read
Avoid Online Chain Letters
We give practical advice on how to avoid the pitfalls of this online phenomena. read
Don't Play Russian Roulette With Links
Clicking on one could sabotage your online health. Here is some advice on how you can stay safe. read
Be Careful What You Share Online
We provide the categories of information you may want to consider as you determine what you’re comfortable sharing. read
Avoid Risky Default Settings
Just because you set your social networking profile as "private" doesn't mean no one can see some details about it. read
Spot Bad Sites a Mile Away
You're much safer online if you deal only with sites you trust. We teach you what to look for in a site so you aren't scammed. read
Keeping Out Instant Messaging Viruses
Here are some steps you can take to fight these bugs. read
How to Shop Online More Safely
These tips can help you determine that you're shopping at a secure and trustworthy website. read
6 Rules for Safer Financial Transactions Online
Whether you go online to check your bank balance or shop, these six rules can help you keep the risks to a minimum. read
How to Use Third-Party Payment Services
You can use third-party payment services to make payments online and avoid giving your credit card number directly to merchants. read
Protect and Purge Your Personal Files
Ready ready for a computer upgrade? Remove personal information from your old one. read
Identify Secure and Trusted Websites
You're much safer online if you go to only those sites with good reputations. read
Customize Browser Security Settings
Choose a setting that suits you. read
Change Privacy Settings in Internet Explorer
How you can monitor your browsing experience. read
Change Privacy Settings in Firefox
Monitor your browsing experience. read
Protect Your Wireless Network
Use passwords and encryption to keep your connection secure. read
Protect Yourself on the Go: Cellphone Safety
Know how to use the safety features of your device. read
Technology
Resources
Social Networking
Step-by-step instructions on how to use some of the Web's most popular networking sites. Go
How to Use Your PC
Guides covering everything from setting up your desktop, to getting the most out of Excel. Go
Protect Your Digital Life
Keep your computer secure, your web surfing safe, and your inbox spam free with these tips. Go
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