ROLers, to stay safe while surfing in cyberspace, here are nine tips that can avoid these risks, quoted from Mental Floss.
Install security and device upgrades
The operating system, browser, and software programs you use every day are vulnerable to security breaches. Fortunately, software updates can overcome this weakness. However, hackers will continue to look for new ways to take advantage of these weaknesses. Set up automatic updates to the operating system and your computer browser periodically. make sure you use the latest version and install antivirus.
Do not leave gadgets out of control
Many hackers use sophisticated techniques to access data without you knowing, but some are doing it conventionally. Do not leave unattended computers, phones and tablets, including when you go to the restroom. Lock your gadget every time you do not use it.
Carefully autofill
You may be logged into an online shopping account with an auto-fill format to save time. Saving your name, address, phone number, and information about your credit with this autofill system makes your data vulnerable to cybercriminals accessible.
Make sure you disable automatic apps in your browser. No need to tire of typing your credit card number manually every time you want to buy something. This may seem complicated at first, but it's safer than your identity is stolen.
Close the unused account
Do not forget to close your old unused account. Blocking or disabling unused accounts is much better than just leaving it. However, there is important information that you need to delete in the old account.
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