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Phishing, Trojans, Spyware, Trolls, and Flame Wars—oh my! If the idea of these threats lurking around online makes you nervous, then you can now be at ease. Our Internet Safety course will provide you with the strategies, skills, and mindset needed to protect yourself, your computer, and your privacy when you connect to the Internet.


Visit our Internet Safety for Kids tutorial for lessons related to your children's safety.

Internet Safety

  • 1

    Introduction to Internet Safety

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • Adopting a safer mindset

    • Understanding Internet threats

    • Internet safety and privacy

    • Googling yourself

  • 2

    Passwords: The First Step to Safety

  • 3

    Protecting Your Computer from Internet Threats

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • What protection do you need?

    • Things to consider before you buy

    • How to choose an antivirus software

    • Additional computer safety practices to consider

    • Back up your computer

  • 4

    Email Tips for Scams and Spam

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • Spam

    • Email scams

    • Dealing with email attachments

    lesson videos
    • Understanding Spam and Phishing

      Learn the basics of avoiding spam and phishing scams.

      05:02971 views
  • 5

    Staying Safe While Browsing

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • Understanding your browser's security features

    • Downloading precautions

    • Understanding how your browsing activity is tracked

    • How to keep your browsing private

    • Pop-up blockers

    • How to clear your cache

    lesson videos
    • Your Browser's Security Features

      Learn about some of your browser's features that are designed to keep you safe.

      02:22792 views
  • 6

    Protecting Your Financial Transactions

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • When is a website secure for financial transactions?

    • Security alerts and the SSL certificate

    • What about phishing?

    • Safe online shopping

    • Additional tips for conducting online financial transactions

  • 7

    Smart Social Networking and Communication Tips

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • Social networking and privacy

    • Setting up profiles on social networking sites

    • Netiquette Tips

    • Think before you share!

    • Precautions to take when meeting people face to face

  • 8

    Cyber-Harassment, Stalking and Addiction

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • The negative side to communicating online

    • Responding to cyber-harassment and cyber-stalking

    • Internet addiction

  • 9

    Wireless and Mobile Device Safety

    lesson contents
    • Introduction

    • Wireless network security

    • Wi-Fi hotspot safety tips

    • Mobile device safety

    • Wireless and mobile device courtesy

    • Mobile devices and physical safety

Extras

  • Links to Resources for Internet Safety

  • Quiz

Internet Safety

  • Understanding Spam and Phishing

    05:02971 views

    Learn the basics of avoiding spam and phishing scams.

  • Your Browser's Security Features

    02:22792 views

    Learn about some of your browser's features that are designed to keep you safe.

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