Staying safe online
Top Tips for Staying Safe
Get Safe Online’s top tips...
2. Make your passwords long and strong and
always choose unique passwords for each
of your online accounts. Never give away
your password to anyone.
• Have precautions in place to protect
against data loss, theft or unauthorised
replication, according to the level of risk.
1. Make sure your computer has up-to-date
internet security software.
• Be aware of exactly what data is stored or
replicated where, the level of associated
risk and the consequences of its loss.
3. Always keep regular backups of your
computer and smartphone/tablet.
It might be a good idea to use an encrypted
USB in order to keep your data safe.
4. Always download the latest software
and operating system updates
when prompted.
For further information on staying safe
online visit getsafeonline.org
5. Social networking – be careful how
much personal information you reveal
on sites such as Twitter, Facebook
and Weibo by checking the privacy
and security settings.
Using either the University network or PCs
to download or share illegal copyrighted
material is not permitted. Remember, if
you’ve just been sent a link on how to get
the latest cinema releases or albums free
of charge, it is usually illegal and infringes
the copyright of the owners.
6. When in doubt throw it out: links in
emails, tweets and posts are often used
to steal personal information. If it looks
suspicious it is always best to delete it
or mark it as spam.
Data Loss Prevention
Preventing your data from loss or falling
into the wrong hands should be a key
part of your IT strategy … and day-today housekeeping. The consequences
of such events can include breaches of
confidentiality… [and] financial losses…
[for example].
Copyright Infringement
Keele University is notified by copyright
agencies working on behalf of the owners
and legal action may be taken against the
person sharing or downloading the material.
The University may also take University
Disciplinary action against an offender
who fails to comply.
For more advice about copyright
infringement visit keele.ac.uk/wireless/
copyrightinfringement
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