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6 Tips for National Cyber Security
Awareness Month
Steps to
stay safe when shopping and banking online
October
is National Cyber Security
Awareness Month. It’s time to take stock of the
security measures you’ve been using to see if you’re properly protected. The
Internet makes shopping and banking easier, but it also makes things easier for
digital thieves. Here are six tips to protect your financial transactions.
1. Don’t overshare.
Social
media is a great way to connect with friends and loved ones, but it’s best not
to publicly post personal information. Limit what you post on social media
sites or online forums and activate your privacy settings. You never know who
might be lurking online.
2. Lock your computer.
Lock your
computer whenever you step away from your desk at work. If you leave with your
computer unlocked, everyone around will have the opportunity to read and get your
private materials. So, don’t forget to lock the computer and set a password to
your screen.
3. Set strong passwords.
Using a
combination of upper and lowercase letters and numbers can make it harder to
guess your password. But the work doesn’t stop there. Once you’ve made up a
cyber-criminal-proof password, don’t give it out to anyone.
4. Install updates.
Don’t
ignore those messages urging you to update your software. This simple step can
save you a world of trouble. Just make
sure they are valid requests from valid vendors.
5. Use firewalls and anti-virus
software.
Firewalls
and anti-virus protection are crucial to shielding your computer from threats.
There are even some great products available that are free of charge.
6. Beware of emails requesting
financial information.
If you get
an email requesting you to verify financial account information online, beware.
Even if the communication appears to be from your bank, there’s still a chance
it could be from a cyber criminal, seeking to steal your financial information.
Always call your bank directly, and make sure it’s the same number you usually
use.
I hope this information is useful.
Should you need assistance with any of your real estate needs,
please contact Supreme Manor Real Estate Services 773-881-9224. Feel free to visit us on our website or any
of our social media sites.
Have a Supreme Day!
Sheila M. Wilkinson-Sanders
Managing Broker/Owner - CPA, GRI, CNC
Supreme Manor Real Estate Services
1840 West 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60643
(773) 785-0127 Direct
(773) 797-9640 (fax)
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