Thread by @marshalwahlexyz

Welcome to today's session of #InternetSecurityWithAK

Topic : 10 ways to stay safe Online

Online safety is more important than ever nowadays since security threats almost around every corner on the Internet.
The following are 10 ways to stay safe online

1. Craft strong passwords for all your accounts, and use a separate password per account.
ADVICE: Do not use same password you use to Log-in your Social Media for Cash related apps (Risky)

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@Falilatt_ @Falilatt_ @thepamilerin @tunmishe_ @SalmanDuke

2. Don’t post too much personal information on social media – like your contact details or your current whereabouts, account number ,BVN number.

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@dreadnstyn @zane_eze @Pinkbee_ @OgbeniDipo @RealDreylo @iambestb
@is_salsu @julietibrahim

3. Don’t put your trust into online strangers too fast, and don’t share personal and financial information with them if you’ve never met them.

(Influencers please stop requesting for people's account numbers it is risky, look for other alternatives)

@itskorede @RealDreylo

4. Don’t use HTTP websites, or – at the very least – don’t give out your email address or credit card number on HTTP websites.
(Always check your tab for the secured or padlock sign or https: )
@iSlimfit @Alex_Houseof308 @utiva_org @iSlimfit @Misterkobz

5. If you get any emails or messages that seem like spam or phishing attempts, ignore them completely.

@DrJoeAbah @HQawiyy @Pinkbee_ @london_used @phunky___ @Bard_Boi_ @chemicalbrodar @precious_chee @SavvyRinu @savvyrinu_ @baddoleesa

6. Secure your device(s) and web browsers by keeping them up-to-date, using the system’s firewall, installing reliable antivirus/antimalware software, and using script blockers.

7. Avoid public WiFi if you can. If you can’t, make sure you don’t use it for stuff like online banking and checking your email or social media accounts. Alternatively, only use public WiFi with a VPN.

8. Configure your devices to “forget” WiFi networks you previously used, so that they don’t accidentally reconnect to a fake hotspot impersonating them.

9. Keep Bluetooth turned off if you are not currently using it.

10. Always use a VPN service on the web – it can mask your real IP address and encrypt your online communications, keeping them safe from hackers.

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