{"id":101689,"date":"2024-08-28T05:16:20","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T12:16:20","guid":{"rendered":"\/blogs\/?p=101689"},"modified":"2024-08-28T07:51:02","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:51:02","slug":"internet-safety-begins-with-all-of-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/internet-security\/internet-safety-begins-with-all-of-us\/","title":{"rendered":"Internet Safety Begins with All of Us"},"content":{"rendered":"

A safer internet isn\u2019t a nice thing to have. It\u2019s a necessity\u00a0because we rely on it so heavily. And there\u2019s plenty we can do to make it happen.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A safer internet might seem like it\u2019s a bit out of our hands as individuals. The truth is that each of us plays a major role in making it so. As members, contributors, and participants who hop on the internet daily, our actions can make the internet a safer place.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

So, specifically, what can we do? Take a few moments to ponder the questions that follow. Using them can help frame your thinking about internet safety and how you can make yourself, and others, safer.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. How am I keeping my devices safe?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. How am I keeping myself and my family safe?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. How am I treating other people online?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How am I keeping my devices safe?<\/span><\/b>\u202f<\/span><\/i><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Device safety is relatively straightforward provided you take the steps to ensure it. You can protect your things with\u202fcomprehensive online protection <\/span>like our McAfee+ plans<\/span><\/a>, you can\u202fupdate your devices and apps, and you can use\u202f<\/span>strong, unique passwords\u202f<\/span><\/a>with the help of a\u202f<\/span>password manager<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Put another way, internet safety is another way to keep your house in shape. Just as you mow your lawn, swap out the batteries in your smoke alarm, or change the filters in your heating system, much goes the same for the way you should look after computers, tablets, phones, and connected devices in your home. They need your regular care and maintenance as well. Again, good security software can handle so much of this automatically or with relatively easy effort on your part.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re wondering where to start with looking after the security of your devices, check out our article on how to\u202f<\/span>become an IT pro in your home<\/span><\/a>. It makes the process easy by breaking down the basics into steps that build your confidence along the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How am I keeping myself and my family safe?<\/span><\/b>\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

    This includes all kinds of topics. The range covers\u202fidentity theft,\u202fprotecting your personal info, privacy,\u202fcyberbullying,\u202fscreen time, when to get a\u202fsmartphone for your child, and learning\u202fhow to spot scams online. Just to name a few. And if you visit our blogs from time to time, you see that we cover those and other topics in detail. It offers a solid resource any time you have questions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    However, internet safety goes beyond devices. It\u2019s a mindset.\u00a0 As with driving a car, so much of our online safety relies on our behaviors and good judgment. For example, one piece of research found that\u202fninety-one percent of all cyberattacks start with phishing emails.<\/span>i<\/sup><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    As Tomas Holt, professor of criminal justice at Michigan State University, states, \u201cAn individual\u2019s characteristics are critical in studying how cybercrime perseveres, particularly the person\u2019s impulsiveness and the activities that they engage in while online that have the greatest impact on their risk.\u201d\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Put another way, scammers bank on an itchy clicker-finger \u2014 where a quick click opens the door for an attack. Educating your family about the risks out there, such as phishing attacks and sketchy links that crop up in search goes a long way to keep everyone out of trouble. In combination with online protection software like ours covers the rest of the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How am I treating other people online?<\/span><\/b>\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

    A big part of a safer internet is us. Specifically, how we treat each other \u2014 and how we project ourselves to friends, family, and the wider internet. With so much of our communication happening online through the written word or posted pictures, all of it creates a climate around each of us. It can take on an uplifting air or mire you in a cloud of negativity. What\u2019s more, it\u2019s largely out there for all to see. Especially on social media.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Take time to pause and reflect on your climate. A good place to start is with basic etiquette. Verywell Family put together an article on\u202finternet etiquette for kids, yet when you give it a close read, you\u2019ll see that it provides good advice for everyone.<\/span>ii<\/sup><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    In summary, their advice focuses on five key points:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Treat others how you want to be treated \u2014 this is the \u201cGolden Rule,\u201d which applies online just as it does in every other aspect of our lives.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Keep messages and posts positive and truthful \u2014 steering clear of rudeness, hurtful sarcasm, and rumor-mongering is the way to go here.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Double-check messages before hitting send \u2014 ask yourself if what you\u2019ve written can be misinterpreted, especially when people can\u2019t see your facial expression or hear your tone of voice.<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Don\u2019t violate a friend\u2019s confidence \u2014 think about that picture or post \u2026 will it embarrass someone you know or share something not meant to be shared?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Avoid digital drama \u2014 learn when to respectfully exit a conversation that\u2019s getting mean, rude, or otherwise hurtful.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Of course, the flip side to all of this is what to do when someone targets you with their bad behavior. Such as when an online troll who hurls hurtful or malicious comments your way. That\u2019s a topic in itself. Check out our article on\u202f<\/span>internet trolls and how to handle them<\/span><\/a>. Once again, the advice there is great for everyone in the family.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Being safer \u2026 take it in steps<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n

      We\u2019ve shared quite a bit of info in this article and loaded it up with plenty of helpful links too. Don\u2019t feel like you have to take care of everything in one sitting. See what you have in place and make notes about where you\u2019d like to make improvements. Then, start working down the list. A few minutes each week dedicated to your security can greatly increase your security, safety, and savvy.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      [i] https:\/\/www.darkreading.com\/endpoint\/91–of-cyberattacks-start-with-a-phishing-email\/d\/d-id\/1327704<\/a><\/p>\n

      [ii] https:\/\/www.verywellfamily.com\/things-to-teach-your-kids-about-digital-etiquette-460548<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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