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The Internet is a huge source of information. It has many positive sides, but we can expose ourselves to a risk that is not apparent at first glance.
Some of the most dangerous threats on the network include:
• Malware, ie different types of viruses, fake websites
• SPAM, unwanted or unnecessary electronic messages
• Phishing one of the most popular hacking attacks via email and SMS by opening suspicious and virus links
• Cracking passwords that are too simple
• Inappropriate content for minors that could affect their psyche in the future
• The assumption of a false identity is the unlawful possession and use of another person’s personal data
• Online-Hejt and fake news
• Violation of privacy, stalking
• Hackers, i.e. people who exploit vulnerabilities in computer software
• Paedophilia
• Internet addiction, which is a dependency on the Internet.
• Open WiFi networks
• Cyberbullying is one of the biggest threats because of the consequences it entails. This is electronic aggression, i.e. bullying via the Internet.
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The main principles of staying safe on the Internet:
• Set strong passwords (periodically change the passwords of your internet accounts)
• Use only networks that you trust.
• Use dongles.
• Use anti-virus software.
• Do not open suspicious emails or websites
• Update your browser and operating system.
• Don’t forget to log out of websites
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A strong password
Without a strong password, anyone can enter your online account and take whatever they want from it. Internet criminals can hack into your mailbox, hijack your messenger passwords. profle on a social networking site, as well as to an auction site or an online store. In addition, they can change your password to a different one and use the account to proliferate malware or spam