Surf with the Pros!

1. Surf with the Pros! by Martha Raup A student’s report on research about Security and Privacy while using the Internet

2. Surfing the Internet is FUN! • Enjoy it! • Surf often • But don’t forget… 1

3. Dangers Lurk! 2

4. Surfing Can Be Dangerous! • Beware of viruses • Watch out for sharks • Follow these tips… 3 3

5. Tips from the Pros • Use common sense • Secure your passwords • Secure your computer • Get a lock on your life 4

6. Remember! Surf Like a Pro • Keep your head above water • Hang on to your stuff • Enjoy the ride! 5

7. Use Common Sense • Don't download files sent by strangers. • Don’t click on links from people you don't know. • Don't give out personal information 6

8. Secure Your Passwords • Use passwords for sensitive information • Make them hard! • Manage them well 7

9. What are Secure Passwords? • Use 6 characters • Letters • Numbers • Symbols • Avoid common words

10. Secure Your Computer • Update anti-virus software • Use a firewall • Recycle safely 5 8

11. Get a Lock on Your Life! • Lock up sensitive data • Look up good surfing practices • Look out for suspicious circumstances 9

12. What Did I Learn from Classmates? • Internet safety depends on us all. • Keep current with security demands. • There’s more… 15 10

13. Parisa says… • Update Your Anti-Virus Software Often • Increase Your Password Security 11

14. Patricia says… • Watch What You Download!! • Remove Spyware • Cover Your Tracks! 12

15. Randy says… • Get Rid of Spyware • Keep Your Security Software Current • Schedule Backups Regularly 13

16. Sylvia says… • Use Passwords • Not too easy • Not too hard • Use Encryption 14 15

17. What Have We Learned? Let’s Take a Test! Try your hand at the following questions Choose your answer and then ring the bell You will be rewarded if you are right! Good Luck!

18. What Makes a Strong Password? • Something easy to remember, like “123” • Something short, like “cat” • Something obvious, like your address • Something with at least 6 letters, numbers, and characters. Answer

19. Which statement is most true? a. It’s easy to know who the internet enemy is. b. There are many ways one can protect oneself against dangers on the Internet. c. Computer security is best left for the experts. d. Students are too smart to get hacked. Answer

20. Summary Slide - Martha’s Research • Use Common Sense • Secure Your Passwords • Secure Your Computer • Get a Lock on Your Life!

21. Summary of Students’ Tips • Watch what you download! • Keep security software updated • Remove spyware • Encrypt data • Schedule regular backups • Cover your tracks!

22. Conclusion Internet surfing is fun! It can be DANGEROUS!! Follow our “Student Tips” so you can…

23. Surf with the Pros! Be Wary of Sharks But Be Wary of Sharks!!