Cybersecurity Career Awareness
2nd Week of November
Keep a Clean Machine
Talk to your parents or guardians about how they can make sure your computer is protected against computer viruses, spyware, and other bugs. • Keep security software current: Having the latest security software, web browser, and operating system are the best defenses against viruses, malware, and other online threats. • Protect all devices that connect to the Internet: Computers, smartphones, gaming systems, and other web-enabled devices all need protection from viruses and malware.
Be Web Wise
Stay informed of the latest Internet developments, know what to do if something goes wrong and be open with your parents about what you are doing online. • Stay current. Keep pace with new ways to stay safe online. Check trusted websites for the latest information, share with friends and family, and encourage them to be web wise. • Think before you act: Be wary of communications that implores you to act immediately, offers something that sounds too good to be true, or asks for personal information. Do not accept downloads from strangers. This includes cheat programs that may claim to help you perform better in the game, but really could be carrying malware
Center for Information & Security Education and Research
Email: cinser@csu.edu
Website: www.cinser.net
Location: ED 107
Phone: 773-995-2509