Last Update: February 07, 2023, 07:20 IST
Safe Internet Day 2023: Internet browsing is a common thing these days and most of us ignore the risks it poses. (Representational Image: Shutterstock)
Safer Internet Day is observed annually to raise awareness about internet safety and help people around the world browse safely and securely
Safer Internet Day 2023: Internet is the only place where you can find all kinds of information on a wide range of topics. It has made our life very convenient but at the same time has made us aware of the dangers of cyber crimes. Safer Internet Day is observed annually to raise awareness about Internet safety and help people browse safely and securely around the world. This year the day will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 7.
Surfing the internet is a common thing these days and most of us tend to ignore the risks it poses. Today, everything has gone online be it banking services or university classes. Due to this, we have to fill our important personal information on the web portal. Negligence while using the Internet can result in financial loss, data leaks or misuse of your personal information. It is necessary to be very cautious.
To ensure internet safety, below are some rules and tips that you should follow.
- antivirus
Always have antivirus software installed on your desktop, laptop or mobile phone. It will scan files when you download them and keep you safe from viruses and malware that can steal your information. - use password protection
Always password protect your important documents and consider using a strong password that cannot be easily guessed. Also, avoid saving passwords, especially when you are using online banking services. - E-mail
Do not open spam emails or emails sent from suspicious email addresses. Such emails may contain computer viruses that can infect your computer and steal, leak or lock your personal data. Also, do not open or download attachments in spam emails. - secure network
Be sure to only connect to a secure and trusted Internet network to avoid putting your personal data at risk of being stolen. Use public Wi-Fi only when necessary as it makes you more vulnerable to cyber crimes. - delete cookies
When you browse the Internet and open several web pages, packets of information are saved on your web browser in the form of cookies. Sometimes these cookies may store your personal information for the purpose of auto-fill. Consider deleting these cookies, especially when you’ve opened an unencrypted website.
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