Online Threats

The Internet is a powerful and useful tool, but in the same way that you shouldn’t drive without buckling your seat belt or ride a bike without a helmet, you shouldn’t venture online without taking some basic precautions.

The good news is that there are effective ways to protect yourself while still enjoying the enormous benefits of the Internet. Learning about some of the existing threats can help you enjoy a safer, happier Internet experience.

Many of the things we do online—banking, shopping, chatting with family and friends or even making new friends involve us giving out personal and financial information.

You need to know who you are providing your information to and be confident they will treat it securely and appropriately.

You also need to know how to recognise scam and hoax emails and websites to avoid your information being stolen or being mislead into paying money for fake causes, prizes or products.

Start by making sure your computer is secure. If you are not sure about what steps you need to take, see the section Secure your computer. There are a number of smart practices you can follow to make sure you are communicating, banking and shopping safely online.


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