Safe from "web criminals"?

By: Alonso R. Africa on August 16, 2017

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Are you safe?

The internet, used by millions to connect with one another, and many people take it for granted. There are people out there that want to take advantage of others to benefit from them. Since we want you, our viewers, to be safe, here are some ways to keep safe.

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1. Create complex passwords

Be silly! Be different! Be random! As long as you remember it. some passwords can be predictable, like Birthdays, Names, etc. Did you know, that according to "The Telegraph" UK , that as of 2016, the most common passwords are "12345", "qwerty", and "111111". So make your password have letters and numbers and put it in a way you will remember. you can make a code. example, maybe your favorite animal is a giraffe, try making it into "G1r@ff3", or anything, as long as you don't be predictable, hackers can get through you account an you don't want that.

2. Don't post private/personal information.

 

This is a mistake many users make when they are new to the social media craze. Once you post your number, address, etc. you're "giving away" your account to those who can get it. Hackers can use those data against you by getting into your account. Posting such information for the public to see can cause you financial problems, and even your life. Many people get ruined because of this, so don't fall victim to this, and keep those information to yourself.

3. Make sure you know what you're doing.

People nowadays press carelessly, taking surveys, any measures to get information from you. when taking surveys, be sure that its real and not a scam. you can try and notice the type of questions they may give in the survey. Questions such as "What is your home address"?, "Whats your mobile number?", etc. don't easily give it unless its for a research purposes. These are tactics these hackers can use to get your private data. they go through anything just to benefit from your loss. Be safe, and always show caution to things that may sound too good to be real.

A word of advice before you leave, just because you follow these steps doesn't mean you are a safe from hackers or cyber criminals. You always have to exercise caution when using the internet because these people can think of anything to steal from you. Stay safe!