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A Few 'Being Safe Online' Tips
Bea Kunz,
Guest Author
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"I have repeated
this so many times that my friends and family are starting to run
when they see me coming". Bea Kunz
But honestly, opening e-mail and surfing the web is like going to the mall
late at night alone. You have to be so aware of your surroundings.
Take nothing for granted, look carefully before opening an email.
Never ever open attachments unless you are 100% sure of the source.
Be careful with group mailings, this is a great way to pick up viruses. If
you are part of a forum or chat room circle, make certain there are
guidelines about your personal information. It's easy to start
feeling that you know someone after having a few conversations about
something you have in common. Please don't forget that you really do
not know with whom you are talking. Common sense plays a big part in
being safe. If you don't know it, don't mess with it.
If it looks/sounds too good to be true. It is.
Another good point: Educate yourself as much as you can about your
computer and how it works. If it is worth having and dealing with,
then spend some time learning about what you have and what it can
and will do.
There are many wonderful sites (free) that will supply you with all you
need to protect yourself from those that are out to do harm. You can
start with this one: www.rlrouse or this one:
www.Firewalls-and-virus-protection.com. Ton's of good stuff here! Just remember, keep
your eyes open and your feelers out. Safe surfing is so much fun.
Bea Kunz
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Guest Author Bea Kunz
is a free lance writer, web
site owner and active internet user. She and hubby Mike are owners
of 'Sage Hill Farms' located in Southern middle Tennessee. Visit
them here:
http://www.sagehillfarmsandvintagestore.com
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