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Cyber Security Tips Cyber Security Tips describe and offer advice about common security issues for non-technical computer users. Sign up to receive these security tips in your inbox.   General information Why is Cyber Security a Problem? Guidelines for Publishing Information Online Understanding Internet Service Providers (ISPs) General security Choosing and Protecting Passwords Understanding Anti-Virus Software Understanding Firewalls Coordinating Virus and Spyware Defense Debunking Some Common Myths Good Security Habits Safeguarding Your Data Real-World Warnings Keep You Safe Online Keeping Children Safe Online Attacks and threats Dealing with Cyberbullies Understanding Hidden Threats: Corrupted Software Files Understanding Hidden Threats: Rootkits and Botnets Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft Recovering from Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses Recognizing and Avoiding Spyware Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks Understanding Denial-of-Service Attacks Identifying Hoaxes and Urban Legends Avoiding the Pitfalls of Online Trading Email and communication Understanding Your Computer: Email Clients Using Caution with Email Attachments Reducing Spam Benefits and Risks of Free Email Services Benefits of Blind Carbon Copy (BCC) Understanding Digital Signatures Using Instant Messaging and Chat Rooms Safely Staying Safe on Social Network Sites Mobile devices Protecting Portable Devices: Physical Security Protecting Portable Devices: Data Security Securing Wireless Networks Cybersecurity for Electronic Devices Defending Cell Phones and PDAs Against Attack Privacy How Anonymous Are You? Protecting Your Privacy Understanding Encryption Effectively Erasing Files Supplementing Passwords Safe browsing Understanding Your Computer: Web Browsers Evaluating Your Web Browser's Security Settings Shopping Safely Online Browsing Safely: Understanding Active Content and Cookies Understanding Web Site Certificates Understanding Internationalized Domain Names Understanding Bluetooth Technology Avoiding Copyright Infringement Software and applications Understanding Patches Understanding Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Risks of File-Sharing Technology Reviewing End-User License Agreements Understanding Your Computer: Operating Systems