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  • Four Ways To Stay Cyber Safe

    07 May 2021 by Damon Sivitilli in Lifestyle
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    Technology has simplified many of our daily tasks, making our lives a million times easier. It’s also given us an entire online universe to communicate, learn, create, work, and play. From marketing and trading to shopping, banking, and entertainment, the internet is as versatile as it is vast.

    Naturally, there’s room for a fair amount of danger too. Cybercriminals are lurking around every virtual corner, actively searching for opportunities to steal, scam, and stir trouble. 

    In today’s digital landscape, the importance of online safety can’t be understated. Here are four ways to stay cyber secure.

    Fortify Your Equipment

    Your smartphone, tablet, and personal computer store loads of personal information and files. Without proper protection, these devices are susceptible to all kinds of threats such as malware, viruses, ransomware, adware, and even spyware. 

    An updated operating system and browser, a top-quality antivirus program, and strict privacy settings are the best ways to mitigate these risks. While you’re at it, make sure your Wi-Fi connection is always secure. Hackers love to exploit vulnerabilities, especially on public networks. 

    Play it Safe

    Most secure-savvy internet shoppers and gamblers don’t use their bank accounts for transactions. Instead, they opt for a digital wallet or payment system. It’s safer, more anonymous, and protects your sensitive data. 

    Take a page out of their book. For instance, you can find Online Casinos without Account, e-commerce stores with BitCoin, or gaming websites with Ethereum. When you’re shopping, gambling, or paying for services online, also verify that the domain is legitimate and uses industry-standard security. 

    Anyone can make a website, including cyber crooks and those unconcerned with their users’ safety. Whether you’re browsing Pay and Play Casinos or a streaming site, the padlock symbol and “HTTPS” should always be visible in the URL.

    Don’t click on suspicious-looking links or pop-up ads, either. Scamsters can replicate everything nowadays – even established banks, No Account Casinos, and government websites. 

    Image: Pixabay

    Keep It Personal and Private

    Firstly, avoid using generic phrases, dates, or names for your passwords. Unless you want to give criminals one-way access to your accounts, rather opt for strong combinations of letters, symbols, and numbers.

    Secondly, your personal information should be kept private. You wouldn’t advertise your home address, phone numbers, or entire daily routine to strangers in the street, right? Online shouldn’t be any different. Keep that stuff away from cyber up-to-no-gooders.

    When in Public…

    Do you use social media with minimal privacy settings? If so, anyone out of the 4.66 billion of us with internet access can see your profiles, browse your photos, and even dig up your virtual past. Stay safe and consider everything you put online.

    The Bottom Line

    The internet is an amazing tool, but it has its downsides. With just about everything turning digital, cybersecurity is imperative. Fortify your devices and only use legitimate Pay ‘n Play Casinos, streaming platforms, and online stores. 

    It’s also wise to:

    • Use a safe payment alternative like BitCoin or Trustly 
    • Keep your personal info private
    • Update your social media settings
    • Think before you post

    Ward off cyberthreats by staying vigilant and practising these tips.

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