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Privacy Protection
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Ad Blocking
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Device Configuration
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Public Wi-Fi Safety
Browse safely on public networks.
Surviving Hacks
What to do if you're hacked.
Malware Types
Know your digital enemies.
Avoiding Online Scams
Don't fall for tricks and scams.
Safe Online Shopping
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Protecting Social Media
Keep your accounts safe.
Backing Up Your Stuff
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Kids and the Internet
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Avoiding Online Scams
Imagine getting a text saying your bank account is locked—don't panic! Here's how to spot scams and stay safe.
- Open your email app and check the sender's address. If it's weird (like "bank@xyz123.com"), don't click links.
- Got a text saying you won a prize? Don't reply or click—delete it.
- Go to Settings > Security and turn on "Verify apps" to block fake apps.
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- Check email senders in Outlook or Gmail. If it's odd (like "support@fakebank.com"), don't click links.
- Got a pop-up saying your PC has a virus? Close it and don't call the number.
- Open Windows Security (search for it) and run a quick scan.
- Use Edge or Firefox with uBlock Origin to block scam ads.
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- In Thunderbird, check the sender's address. If it's not legit (like "paypal@xyz.com"), delete it.
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- In Mail or Gmail, check the sender's email. If it's fake (like "apple@xyz123.com"), don't click links.
- Got a call saying your Mac is hacked? Hang up—it's a scam.
- Go to System Settings > Security & Privacy and ensure Gatekeeper is on.
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Safe Browsing
Clicked a shady link by mistake? Don't worry—here's how to browse safely and keep your device clean.
- Look for a lock icon in Chrome or Firefox before entering passwords.
- Don't tap links in random texts—check the website address first.
- Go to Settings > Apps > Chrome and clear cookies weekly.
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- Check for a lock icon in Edge or Firefox before logging in.
- Avoid links in suspicious emails—hover to see the real address.
- Open Edge > Settings > Privacy and clear browsing data weekly.
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- Use Firefox and check for a lock icon before entering info.
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- Use Safari or Firefox and look for a lock icon before signing in.
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Protecting Passwords
Forgot your e-Citizen password? Don't reuse old ones—here's how to make strong passwords and secure your accounts.
- Use a password like "Sunny12!Beach" (mix letters, numbers, symbols).
- Go to Settings > Security > Google Account and turn on 2-Step Verification.
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- Create a password like "Pizza!2026" (use letters, numbers, symbols).
- Open Edge > Settings > Profiles and enable 2-Step Verification for your Microsoft account.
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- Make a password like "Code!2026" (mix letters, numbers, symbols).
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- Use a password like "Apple!2026" (letters, numbers, symbols).
- Go to System Settings > Apple ID and turn on Two-Factor Authentication.
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Staying Safe on Social Media
Got a weird friend request on WhatsApp? Don't accept—here's how to lock down your social media.
- Open WhatsApp or Instagram > Settings and turn on two-step verification.
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- In a browser, go to Facebook > Settings > Security and enable two-step login.
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- Use Firefox to log into WhatsApp or Instagram and enable two-step login.
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- In Safari, go to Instagram or WhatsApp and turn on two-step verification.
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