Tips

• Keep your software up to date. Turn on automatic system updates for your device, make sure your desktop web browser uses automatic security up-dates, and keep your web browser plugins updated.

• Use anti-virus protection & firewall. These software block malware and other malicious viruses from entering your device and compromising your data.

• Use Strong Passwords & Use a Password Management Tool. Opt for some-thing that is not complicated and is easy to remember. It should have at least 8 characters and a max. Length of 64 characters. Don’t use the same password twice.

• Protect your sensitive Personal Identifiable Information, that can be used by a cybercriminal to identify or locate an individual. This includes name, address, phone numbers, date of birth, IP address, or any other physical or digital identity data.

• Backup your data regularly. A recommended rule is the 3-2-1 backup, where you keep 3 copies of your data on 2 different types of media (local and external hard drive) and one copy in an off-site location (cloud stor-age).

• One should consider using two factor verification in their security protocol.