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Date |
Time |
Tue 06/02/2015 |
01:00pm - 03:00pm |
The Internet can be a very unsafe environment. This seminar will guide you through the does and don`ts of Internet safety and computer security. We will provide you with proactive tips on how to avoid questionable computer security risks. Scareware, malware, is it real or fake, social media scams, strong passwords, and how to secure your home computer and wireless network are some of the topics to be covered.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the different types of Internet security risks
- Recognize a virus, spyware, scareware, and ransomware
- Understand the need of security software
- Know the differences in what is real and what is fake on the Internet
- Know what to do and what not to do
- Use proactive best practices to secure your computer
- Keep the security up-to-date on your computer
- Understand the risks of social media
- Understand the risks of on unsecure home wireless network
Other Resources:
- Cost:
- $0.00
- Sponsor:
- Technology Services
- Audience:
- VCU Students, Faculty and Staff Only
- Category:
- General, Internet/Communications, Operating Systems, Orientation/General
- Contact:
- VCU helpIT Center
804-828-2227
helpIT@vcu.edu