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Top Tips
Here are our Top Tips to keep you safe online. Select one for more details.
Top Cyber Security Practices
- Know who you're dealing with online.
More > - Keep your web browsers and operating system up to date.
More > - Back up important files.
More > - Protect your children online.
More > - Use security software tools as your first line of defense.
More > - Use strong passwords or strong authentication technology to help protect your personal information.
More > - Learn what to do if something goes wrong.
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Features
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NCSA has partnered with CyberSmart! to offer new cyber bullying prevention lessons.
- An NCSA Top Tip: Remember that people online may not be who they say they are.Landing Order:2
NCSA is the pre-eminent public private partnership, working with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), corporate sponsors and partners, and nonprofit collaborators to promote cyber security awareness for home users, small and medium size businesses, and primary and secondary education.

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