Safety rules to prevent cyber attacks

Here are internet safety rules that will guide you on what not to do in the online space.

Do not put out all your personal information online. Change privacy settings and do not use location features.

Think before you click. More than 90% of successful cyber-attacks start with a phishing email.

Keep software applications and operating systems up-to-date.

Have strong passwords by using upper and lower case letters, numbers and special characters.

Use secure internet connection and Wi-Fi network and remember to change your passwords regularly.

Check your account statements and credit reports regularly. Check your account statements and credit reports regularly.

Be cautious about sharing personal financial information, such as your bank account number or credit card number.

Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) that creates a more secure connection.

Use antivirus and anti-malware solutions, and firewalls to block threats.

Back up your files regularly in an encrypted file or encrypted file storage device.