Cyber Safety

Cyber safety or Internet safety is a practice of using information and communication technologies responsibly and safely. That means, users should be aware of possible security risks of exposing private information and property on the Internet without due consideration of privacy issues. Besides, Internet users should take extraordinary measures to promote safe usage of the Internet. These safe practices will protect Internet users against malware, social engineering, cyberbullying, cyberstalking, phishing and so forth forms of cyberattacks

Cyber safe practices will help us to keep our personal information safe and secure, respect other people online, and identify bad and good behavior of Internet users to mention a few. People should have awareness about the possible dangers that may come through the Internet and other communication methods. Organizations and individuals should work on protecting sensitive information and maintain digital reputation

Cyber safety consideration may include one or more of the following:

• Create strong and complex passwords for all platforms
• Read the terms and condition of any website
• Never store or type financial information online
• Employ at least two-factor authentication
• Take backups
• More