How to Stay Safe on Social Media
Be mindful of what you post online. Some things about your life are good to share on social media, but below is a list of some things you shouldn’t post online to keep you and your family safe. Don’t post that you will be on a trip. This lets potential...
Common Scams and What To Do
Scams are getting harder to spot. Here’s a quick review of the most common scams to avoid. Possible Red Flags Sense of urgency. No time to ask questions. I’m the only one who can help you. It’s a deal that is almost too good to be true. An unusual or...
One of the Largest Data Breaches in History
Earlier this year, was a data breach involving National Public Data (NPD). This was one of the largest in history, affecting 2.7 billion records, including names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers, and Social Security numbers. This breach has significant...
Elder Bednar Teaches About the Perils and Possibilities of AI and Other Technologies
Elder David A. Bednar said that “neither digital innovations nor rapid change in and of themselves are good or evil,” but must be placed in their proper context of the eternal plan of happiness. Each innovation has potential for both “limitless perils and untold...
How To Spot Scams and Fraud
Scams are getting harder to spot. Smart people of all ages are getting scammed. The best defense is knowing the top scams happening now. Chase Bank has published a guide on how to spot fraud and scams. Here’s a quick summary of red flags. For sale, hot deal....
Develop Good Password Habits
Managing your passwords may seem exhausting, but it’s vital to the security of your device and all your personal information. Here are some best practices to keep in mind as you create accounts and shop online. Don’t reuse passwords. Reusing passwords means that if...
What is a Data Breach and How Can You Prevent It?
A data breach is when confidential information is taken from a device without the knowledge or authorization of its owner. A breach like this can happen at your workplace or on your own personal computer system. There are multiple types of information—personal,...
How to Browse the Internet Safely
Entire websites can be set up as scams meant to infect the security of your computer and access your personal information. Remember to double-check every site that you visit. Here are tips to help identify if a website is fake: Make sure the site’s URL doesn’t have...
Tips For Staying Safe Online
Use strong passwords. Make sure your passwords are strong and unique for each account. Use strong security settings. Enable two-factor authentication for financial accounts and accounts with important personal information. Be careful about what you click. Don’t click...
Are You Cyber Safe? For Teens
Here is a game for teenagers to help them determine whether they are doing things that are safe online. In this 10-minute role-playing game, you navigate through fun dilemmas and wacky scenarios to try and spot red flags and avoid negative consequences. Some things...
Internet Safety: Be Wary of Online Strangers
Anyone you meet online could be a threat. In fact, the FBI has estimated that an astounding 500,000 predators are online each day—most of which have multiple online accounts, personas, and profiles. Dating apps, social media platforms, or other messaging apps, in...
How to Research Information on the Internet
Research skills are important, whether we are searching for diet tips, information about political issues, or answers to religious questions. I often hear people justify their positions with the phrase “I’ve done the research.” That typically means...
National Slam the Scam Day March 7, 2024
March 7th is National Slam the Scam Day—a day to highlight ways to learn about how to prevent scams and fraud. Scams are on the rise with the acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) and other sophisticated technologies. Don’t let scammers catch you unaware of...
Protect Your Family on Their New Christmas Devices
Did you buy your child a new phone or tablet for Christmas? Do you know what is accessible on that device? Accountability is the key to avoiding pornography and teaching our children how to thrive in the digital age. We have written before about Covenant Eyes, a...Follow on social media