Spring 2022
Cybercrime and how to protect yourself online
While cybercrime is constantly evolving, the good news is there are a few simple security measures anyone can take to increase their online security, whether they have a doctorate in computer science or a hard time printing attachments from their Hotmail account.
First and foremost, experts agree using strong, unique passwords is the easiest way for an internet user to protect their personal and financial information online. A strong password is typically at least 15 characters long and includes letters, numbers, and special characters.
Another pro-tip is never to reuse passwords. This is because one of the easiest ways hackers gain access to a user’s … » More …