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5 Tips on Employee Internet Safety Training
(How to Become the Healthiest You)

Employees are increasingly using the internet for work-related purposes. While this can be a great way to boost productivity, it can also lead to a number of security risks if employees aren't properly trained in internet safety.

Date:   4/22/2022 10:49:31 PM ( 31 mon ago)

Employees are increasingly using the internet for work-related purposes. While this can be a great way to boost productivity, it can also lead to a number of security risks if employees aren't properly trained in internet safety. Here are five tips on employee internet safety training:

1. Start With the Basics 

When it comes to internet safety, it's important to start with the basics. Make sure employees understand the basic concepts of online safety, such as not opening suspicious emails, clicking on links they don't recognize, or training on what is ransomware.

Encourage them to only download apps from trusted sources, such as the official app store for their operating system. Advise them to be cautious when sharing personal information or clicking on links shared by people they don't know.

2. Teach Them How to Create Strong Passwords

A strong password is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your online identity and data. Creating a decent password should be something that's not easy to guess and is unique to you. It's important to find a hard-to-guess password for your email account, social media accounts, and any other internet presence. This might assist you in defending against identity theft if your account is hacked or stolen.

3. Show Them How to Use Privacy Settings Effectively 

Employees need to be aware of their privacy settings when using the internet. It is important that they understand how to use these settings to protect their personal information. By default, many websites are set to public, which means that anyone can see the information that is shared online.

Employees should adjust these settings so that only authorized people can view this information. They can also use privacy settings to limit the amount of personal data that is shared. It is important to keep in mind that even if privacy settings are adjusted, it is still possible for someone to obtain sensitive information. Employees should be careful about what they share online and with whom they share it.

4. Educate Them About Phishing Scams 

Phishing scams are a recurrent way for cybercriminals to try to obtain sensitive information such as login credentials or financial information. Teach workers how to identify phishing emails and what to do if they receive one.

When it comes to online security, employees need to be aware of the dangers of phishing scams. Phishing is an online attack that uses spoofed emails and websites to trick people into revealing confidential information, such as passwords and credit card numbers. Criminals can use this information to commit fraud or identity theft.

Remind employees not to quickly click links in emails from unknown senders, even if the email looks legitimate. Send them fake phishing emails periodically to test their knowledge and make sure they are paying attention.

To protect yourself and your business from phishing attacks, never click on links in emails from unknown senders. If you're unsure about an email, forward it to your IT department or delete it.

5. Keep Them Up-to-Date on Security Threats 

Your staff is the first line of defense against online security threats. It is critical that they are kept up to date on the latest threats and how to protect themselves and their company’s data. This can be done through periodic training sessions, newsletters, and other communications.

One of the most common ways employees are targeted by hackers is through email. These emails often look legitimate but contain malicious links or attachments that can infect a computer or steal passwords or other sensitive information. Employees need to be aware of these types of scams and know how to spot them.

Keeping employees up to date on online security threats is an important part of protecting your company’s data. By providing training and resources, you can help them stay safe and keep your business secure.

By following these tips, you can help ensure that your employees are safe online and can take steps to protect themselves from cyber threats.

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