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• Never tell your password to anyone!
• Never write down your password.
• Make your password hard to guess — do not use the name of your pet (or your child).
• Avoid using words found in a dictionary.
• Use a Passphrase instead of simple passwords.
• Be sure that you don't use personal identifiers in your password (like your name).

• Use an AntiVirus application
• Keep it updated daily
• Don’t let the subscription expire
• Scan your drive at least weekly

• Treat it like cash.
• Get it out of the car...don't ever leave it behind.
• Keep it locked...use a security cable.
• Keep it off the floor...or at least between your feet.
• Keep passwords separate...not near the laptop or case.
• Don't leave it "for just a sec"...no matter where you are.
• Pay attention in airports...especially at security.

• Use common sense when reviewing emails
• Think twice – Click once regarding links found in emails
• Beware of emails from those you don’t and those you do.
• Be cautious with attachments
• Don’t send personal information like SSN, Driver’s License number, credit card numbers via email
• Beware of phishing emails that ask for personal information or want you to validate an account

FILE SHARING TIPS

• Beware of peer-to-peer file sharing applications such as BitTorrent and others
• Downloaded files may be copyright protected or contain viruses
• Don’t allow these applications to share your files if you choose to use them
• Distributing copyrighted videos and music files is illegal

COMPUTER UPDATES

• Turn on Automatic Updates for your operating system
• Update all applications when they become available (e.g. Adobe Acrobat, Java, Flash, Microsoft Updates, Web browsers)