Internet Surfing Tips and Other Guidelines
The internet can be a wonderful tool for research, information, education and games. There are also a lot of scary things that can happen on the internet, but with a few easy tips, you can have a safe and enjoyable surfing experience.
If you are looking for something online, try to go to trusted sites. There are many fake sites out there for banks and credit cards looking for your personal information. If you doubt the authenticity of the site, call your financial institution to get their website directly from them.Confused? Here ‘s a little help .
If a website or an email says it is from your bank and they need your account numbers or passwords, this is most likely a scam. Delete the email and do not reply to it. If an email comes from an unknown person or business containing a link, don’t click it. It could install viruses on your computer, infecting it.
If your children are using the computer, turn on parental controls through the Internet Options menu on your browser and supervise your children. Know what websites they are viewing and who they are talking to.
These simple tips can reduce your exposure to the dark side of the internet.
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