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Regularly back up important files and Don’t save all your files only in one place.
documents. Don’t ignore update notifications on your
Turn on Backup & Sync for automatic cloud phone, apps or computer.
protection. Don’t turn off antivirus/firewall to speed up

Enable automatic software and app games or downloads.
updates to fix security vulnerabilities. Don’t use unsecured Wi-Fi networks to
Check your footprint by googling your access sensitive accounts or personal
name to see what’s visible online. information.

Use encryption or secure connections Don’t copy-paste directly from websites or
when sending sensitive data (like PII). AI tools without attribution.

Prefer using royalty-free or public domain Don’t assume all content online is free to
materials when possible. use or share.
Cite your sources to avoid plagiarism.

Bugs: Errors or flaws in software that cause it to operate incorrectly or produce unintended
results.

Malware: Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any device, service or network.

Intranet: An intranet is a private computer network used inside an organization to share
information and resources, and it is not open to outsiders.

Data protection is all about keeping personal and sensitive information safe from harm, misuse
or unauthorised access.
Software updates fix bugs and close security holes.
PII includes any data that can identify you as an individual, such as your name, address, phone
number or email.
Copyright is a legal protection given to people who create original work.
Plagiarism happens when you use someone else’s words, ideas or images and present them as
your own without giving credit.

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