In Person: Online Safety - Part One

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Description

Join us for Online Safety with Mike Ingber

Part one of this two-part series will focus on the types of threats and scams that exist, what the crooks are after, and some general advice for staying safe. We will discuss malware, ransomware, phishing, social engineering, tech support scams, and more. We will also discuss the importance of using good passwords.

Part two will focus on suggestions for staying safe. Topics will include how to keep your computer protected, how to stay safe while browsing the internet, how to recognize dangerous emails, recognizing some signs that you may have been infected, advice for shopping safely, privacy suggestions, and more.

This program is funded by the Paul and Johanna Laszig Fund

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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