Cyber Security

Never give your password to anyone.
Change your password frequently.
Do not allow others access to your email account.
Monitor your access time; by keeping track of when and how long you were on a computer system, it will be obvious if someone has gained access to your account.
Be wary of anonymous "remailers".
Do not put personal information or photos on your web page and do not give personal information that can identify where you live to social networking sites.
Never leave your computer/laptop unattended.
Engrave markings on your computer.
Shop online only with companies that you know; check with the Better Business Bureau if unsure.
Use a secure browser that will encrypt or scramble purchase information or pay with a money order or check.
Update your virus software regularly, or when new versions are available.
Do not download files sent to you by strangers or click on hyperlinks from people you don't know.
Make certain that all your personal information is deleted from your computer prior to disposing of it.
Monitor your children's Internet access and consider installing blocking software.

Computer Scams

Computer phishing is a crime. Phishers attempt to fraudulently acquire credit card details and other sensitive personal data via bogus emails or pop-up windows. It may look like a legitimate email from a legitimate institution, but beware of unsolicited requests for information.
Financial or payment institutions will never request that you send them personal sensitive data via email or pop up windows.
If you receive a suspicious looking email from any bank, lending, or payment institution, it is best to delete and not respond. If, by coincidence, you have an account with the entity mentioned in the email, call your legitimate institution using the number on your physical bill or via the telephone book or through telephone information.
Do not call the number that may be listed in the bogus email and do not click on any link listed in the bogus email.