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You’re right! Criminals sometimes use malware – programs like viruses and spyware – to get into your computer, and once there, they can steal information, send spam, and commit fraud. Learn to spot the signs of malware and what you can do to reclaim your computer and your electronic information by reading Malware.
Whoops! The correct answer is C. You better learn a bit more about smart shopping! Criminals sometimes use malware – programs like viruses and spyware – to get into your computer, and once there, they can steal information, send spam, and commit fraud. Learn to spot the signs of malware and what you can do to reclaim your computer and your electronic information by reading Malware.
You’re right! You should never provide personal information through email or pop-up messages. Learn how to avoid getting hooked by a phishing scam by reading Phishing. Also, check out the Phishy Home video to see what happens when a phisher pays an unexpected visit to someone’s home.
Oops. The correct answer is A. You might need a phishing license! You should never provide personal information through email or pop-up messages. Learn how to avoid getting hooked by a phishing scam by reading Phishing. Also, check out the Phishy Home video to see what happens when a phisher pays an unexpected visit to someone’s home.
You’re right! Now learn the rest of the 7 Practices for Computer Security.
Did you know that CenturyLink Online Security includes all of the above plus parental & spam controls? Get it now!
Almost! The correct answer is D. Antivirus, Antispyware & Firewall should all be included in your computer’s security software. Now learn the rest of the 7 Practices for Computer Security.
You’re right! There are several steps that you can take quickly to minimize the potential for theft of your identity if your personal information is accidentally disclosed or deliberately stolen. Learn the steps by reading Identity Theft.
Sorry. The correct answer is B. There are several steps that you can take quickly to minimize the potential for theft of your identity if your personal information is accidentally disclosed or deliberately stolen. Learn the steps by reading Identity Theft.
You’re right! Remember these three tips to help prevent spam. To learn more about email scams check out Email Scams.
If you have been clicking on spam emails and think your computer may be infected, run CenturyLink’s free online Virus Scanner. If viruses are detected, the Virus Scanner application disinfects the computer over the Internet.
You got one correct, but all three answers are right! Remember these three tips to help prevent spam. To learn more about email scams check out Email Scams.
You’re right! Any website for kids under 13, or any general site that collects personal information from kids it knows are under 13, is required to comply with COPPA. Read Kids’ Privacy to learn more.
Nope! The correct answer is B. But there are protections in place to help keep your children safe. Read Kids’ Privacy to learn more.
You’re right! Oftentimes the deal that seems too good to be true is just that. Learn more about shopping online safely by reading Shopping Online – What Are the Risks?
Before spending any money, it’s essential to make sure that your computer, Internet connection and web browser are all as secure as possible. CenturyLink’s free PC Health Check pinpoints the possible security vulnerabilities on your PC and helps to make sure your system stays in good shape.
Wrong! The correct answer is D. Getting the best price should be the least important out of these 4 factors when shopping online. Oftentimes the deal that seems too good to be true is just that. Learn more about shopping online safely by reading Shopping Online – What Are the Risks?
You’re right! If you’re thinking of bidding in an online auction or selling some of your stuff, you’ll need to watch out for some pitfalls. Find out what they are by reading Internet Auctions or play the Auction Action game to put your online auction know-how to the test.
You got one correct, but all three answers are right! If you’re thinking of bidding in an online auction or selling some of your stuff, you’ll need to watch out for some pitfalls. Find out what they are by reading Internet Auctions or play the Auction Action game to put your online auction know-how to the test.
You’re right! Spyware is more common than may be imagined with some studies suggesting as many as eight in ten computer users are infected by some form of spyware – in most every case unbeknownst to the user. Find out ways to lower your risk of spyware infections by reading Spyware.
Think your computer’s infected with spyware? CenturyLink RescueITSM computer consultants can help.
Watch out! The correct answer is C. Spyware is more common than may be imagined with some studies suggesting as many as eight in ten computer users are infected by some form of spyware – in most every case unbeknownst to the user. Find out ways to lower your risk of spyware infections by reading Spyware.
You’re right! Creating a screen name that doesn’t describe your child and his location is much safer for him. Learn more about safety for children on social networking sites by reading Social Networking Sites.
Too much information! The correct answer is C. Make sure your children learn to protect their identities from strangers online. Check out Social Networking Sites for tips to help your kids use social networking sites safely.
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