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Introduction to Internet Safety
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The Internet makes it possible to access information quickly, communicate around the world, and much more. Unfortunately, the Internet is also home to certain risks, such as malware, spam, and phishing. If you want to stay safe online, you'll need to understand these risks and learn how to avoid them.
GCF TUTORIAL: INTERNET SAFETY
Your Browser's Security Features
Your computer faces different threats whenever you browse the Web, including viruses, malware, and spyware. The good news is your web browser has a lot of built-in security features to help protect your computer. Let's take a look at some of the most important features you should know about, as well as some simple tips you can use to stay safe online.
GCF TUTORIAL: YOUR BROWSER'S SECURITY FEATURES
Avoiding Spam and Phishing
From email to instant messaging to social media, the Internet is an essential communication tool. Unfortunately, it's also popular among scammers and cybercriminals. To protect yourself from email scams, malicious software, and identity theft, you'll need to understand how to identify and avoid potentially dangerous content in your inbox, including spam and phishing attempts.
GCF TUTORIAL: AVOIDING SPAM AND PHISHING
How to Avoid Malware
Malware is one of the most common hazards to your computer when you're online, but it's easy to avoid. Developing safe and smart browsing habits can protect you from malware and other threats, like viruses. Securing your computer and learning how to identify and avoid suspicious links are the fundamentals of safe browsing habits.
GCF TUTORIAL: HOW TO AVOID MALWARE
Safe Online Shopping
Online shopping is a convenient way to buy almost anything from the comfort of your home. And while there are some risks with shopping online, there are also many ways to protect yourself and your financial information.
GCF TUTORIAL: SAFE ONLINE SHOPPING
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A Senior's Guide to Online Safety
This article by Connect Safely reviews online safety suggestions for seniors.
A SENIOR'S GUIDE TO ONLINE SAFETY
Chromebook - Privacy Settings
Learn more about the built-in Chromebook privacy settings.
CHROMEBOOK'S BUILT-IN PRIVACY SETTINGS
Chromebook - Managing Your Screen's Privacy
​This tutorial explains how to set your Chromebook to dim after 10 seconds and then lock when not in use.
MANAGING YOUR SCREEN'S PRIVACY
How to Create Secure Passwords
​An excerpt from an article (linked at the bottom of the document), this article reviews strategies for creating strong passwords and explains why those strategies work.
HOW TO CREATE SECURE PASSWORDS
Practice! Create Strong Passwords
Using the strategies in the previous article, create 3 strong passwords. Check the strength of your passwords on this link. 
TEST YOUR PASSWORD STRENGTH
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Introduction to Password Managers
A password manager is a software application or service designed to help you securely store, manage, and organize passwords and other sensitive login information. ​
How to Use Google Password Managers
Google Chrome makes it easy to create and save passwords.  
Who Can Access My Accounts In Case of an Emergency?
This article reviews ways to safely share passwords and account information in preparation for impairment or death.
HOW TO SHARE PASSWORDS AFTER DEATH
Internet Safety Quiz
Take this post test from GCFLearnFree to check your understanding on Internet safety. 
INTERNET SAFETY QUIZ

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