How to prevent Online Dangers Written Version

Kaspersky lists 10 ways to prevent online dangers.

Here are 5 examples of things you can do to prevent online dangers

First, Keep Personal Information Professional and Limited

You wouldn't hand purely personal information out to strangers individually—don't hand it out to millions of people online.

One way to protect yourself is to keep Your Privacy Settings On

These settings are sometimes hard to find because companies want your personal information for its marketing value. Make sure you have enabled these privacy safeguards, and keep them enabled.

Second, Practice Safe Browsing

You wouldn't choose to walk through a dangerous neighborhood—don't visit dangerous neighborhoods online.

The Internet is filled with hard-to-see pitfalls, where one careless click could expose personal data or infect your device with malware. By resisting the urge, you don't even give the hackers a chance.

Third, Be Careful What You Download

A top goal of cybercriminals is to trick you into downloading malware—programs or apps that carry malware or try to steal information. This malware can be disguised as an app: anything from a popular game to something that checks traffic or the weather.

Fourth, Choose Strong Passwords

Passwords are one of the biggest weak spots in the whole Internet security structure, but there's currently no way around them. And the problem with passwords is that people tend to choose easy ones to remember, which are also easy for cyber thieves to guess.

A strong password is one that is unique and complex—at least 15 characters long, mixing letters, numbers and special characters.

Fifth, Be Careful Who You Meet Online

People you meet online are not always who they claim to be. Indeed, they may not even be real. As InfoWorld reports, fake social media profiles are a popular way for hackers to cozy up to unwary Web users and pick their cyber pockets. Be as cautious and sensible in your online social life as you are in your in-person social life.

As we move forward we’re going to use technology more and more, including social media. Keeping these 5 tips in mind you’ll have a much more safe and enjoyable online experience.