Playing it Safe: Cyber Risks & Internet Safety

by Vicki Trottier, Joanne Kaattari, Community Literacy of Ontario

Technology is an integral part of our world in the 21st century. People are surfing the web, taking online courses, downloading applications, shopping and banking online, communicating via video, email and text messages, and so much more. Technology has become an important tool at school, at home, in the workplace, and on the go. And while technology has many positive benefits, it also comes with risks. These risks can run from the minimal (receiving junk email) to the more serious (identify theft, financial loss, cyber bullying and more).In “Playing it Cyber Risks & Internet Safety”, you will find many helpful tips, tools, and resources to help you stay safe online whether you are surfing the web or using social media. This guide has tips for safe digital behavior and creating safe passwords. It shares information on increasing your online privacy and understanding and managing the risk to your reputation. There is also a section with resources about keeping children and teens safe online. This guide includes policies for increasing internet safety at home, at work and at school. You will also find information about using wireless internet and about choosing security software. Finally, we have included a section that dispels some of the common myths around internet risks, along with more resources staying safe.“Playing it Cyber Risks & Internet Safety” shares tips, ideas, tools, resources and sample policies to help you reduce your cyber risks and stay safe while using the many riches that technology has to offer.

50 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 7, 2013