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•  Use “ “ for statements quoted by another person.
                 •  Encourage original ideas and use authentic resources.

                       CYBER SAFETY


                 Cyber safety refers to the safe and responsible use of the Internet in order to
                 safeguard one’s personal information while not misusing anyone else’s personal
                 information.


                      Safety Measures While Using Computer/Internet
                 We can take the following safety measures while using Internet or computer:
                 •  Install updated antivirus in your computer system.
                 •  Be cautious while using your password online.
                 •  Don’t entertain strangers or suspicious mails.
                 •  Don’t share your personal details with anyone online.
                 •  Avoid friend requests from strangers.
                 •  Keep your privacy settings always on.
                 •  Be careful what you download.
                 •  Think before you post anything on social networking sites.
                 •  To maintain data privacy while transferring file from one place to another, Encryption can be
                   implemented.

                       DIGITAL FOOTPRINTS


                 Footprints are the impression we leave through foot or walking on the ground while
                 moving. In the same way, a Digital Footprint is an impression of a user leaves while
                 using the Internet.

                 Digital Footprint is used to describe the mark, traces or "footprints" that a person
                 leaves when he use internet. The information exchanged online through e-mails
                 and attachments, uploading videos or images leave marks of personal information
                 about you which is available to others online. A Digital Footprint is also known as
                 Digital Dossier.


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                      Internet is also called as "the NET" or Network of Networks, means International Network.

                       Cyber  crimes  are offences  that  are committed  using  computers  and  smart  devices
                      connected through the Internet.

                       Cyber safety refers to the safe and responsible use of the Internet in order to safeguard one’s
                      personal information while not misusing anyone else’s personal information.
                       A Digital Footprint is used to describe the mark, traces, or "footprints" that a person leaves
                      when he uses Internet.




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