by
Yosri amdouni , Specialiste en resolution des comptes , CONVERGYS
Whether you are new to using the internet or a regular user - here are six simple tips you can take to help protect yourself online
1-install security software and update it regularly
2-turn on automatic updates so all your software receives the latest fixes
3-set a strong password and change it at least twice a year
4-stop and think before you click on links or attachments
5-stop and think before you share any personal or financial information - about you, your friends or family
6-know what your children are doing online - make sure they know how to stay safe and encourage them to report anything suspicious.
What these tips show is that protecting yourself online is about more than just how you set up and use your computer or mobile phone. It's also about being smart in what you do and the choices you make while using the internet.
There are criminals who use the anonymity of the internet to run old and new scams. Many of these are scams that most people would spot a mile away if they were attempted in 'real life'.
So it's important to remember that while the technology may be new, the old wisdom still applies. If something you see online seems suspicious or too good to be true, it probably is.
