Digital Access, Sharing and Safety

Protecting your data

A few tips for keeping your data secure and safe (follow links for more information):

• Use strong passwords (as explored in the next section: Protecting Yourself)
• Always log out of public computers once your session has ended, if you are returning soon after printing a document for example, lock it.
• Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) as an added layer of protection when accessing unencrypted Wi-Fi hotspots.
• Use, update and be proactive with anti-malware scanning (as above). Even the best software can let malicious programs through.
• Be aware of the limitations of cloud storage. Although extremely useful for most data, you should not use cloud storage for storing sensitive information. 

Ask Leo is an excellent resource for friendly, easy to understand advice about safety, security and generally understanding your devices and digital environment. You may want to sign up for his weekly newsletter and download his free e-book, Staying Safe on the Internet.

"Learn how to avoid and exterminate viruses before they become a disaster! (One Who Knows From Experience)." Cal, 1st-year student