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October Is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Qushawn Clark
Staff Writer
2011-10-27
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Since 2004, October has been deemed Cybersecurity Awareness month in an attempt to spread information about this increasingly important subject.
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As time goes on and our livelihoods are more and more dependent internet-related technology, it is necessary for the general public to understand some of the risks involved when using the internet. This has become even more important since the internet has moved past just desktops and laptops, but to phones, tablets, games consoles, and sometimes even things like refrigerators. You have access to information from the workplace, you can control you finances, and even control the security of your home from these devices. The people behind NCSAM have come up with the slogan STOP. THINK. CONNECT., which they see as the steps you should take when using the internet to always make sure you stay secure. On the Site they are described as such:
- STOP: Before you use the Internet, take time to understand the risks and learn how to spot potential problems.
- THINK: Take a moment to be certain the path ahead is clear. Watch for warning signs and consider how your actions online could impact your safety, or your family's.
- CONNECT: Enjoy the Internet with greater confidence, knowing you've taken the right steps to safeguard yourself and your computer.
This effort has been considered important enough for even the Department of Homeland Security to back it, as they want to keep out nations cyber infrastructure intact, which starts with securing all of the end-users. If you would like more information on NCSAM or any of the entities backing this effort, please visit http://www.staysafeonline.org/ and get informed.
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About the Author:
Qushawn is a staff writer for the iEntry Network.
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