Tag: online safety tips
Quick, effective advice to stay safe while browsing, shopping, or socializing online.
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Episode 33 – Security Questions: Why Your Answers Should Be Made Up
Security questions seem harmless, but real answers can open the door to your accounts. In Episode 33, we explain why you should never use real answers — and how invented responses protect you from identity theft.
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Episode 30 – How to Talk to Your Kids About Digital Safety: No Lectures, No Fear, Just Common Sense
In Episode 30, we explore how to talk to kids about digital safety without fear or lectures. Learn how curiosity, calm conversation, and shared learning build trust — no tech expertise required.
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Episode 28 – “But I Didn’t Grow Up With the Internet… What Can I Do?”
“I didn’t grow up with the internet — this is all confusing.” In Episode 28, we talk about building trust, asking for help, and why having a digital guide can keep you safer online — no tech skills required.
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Episode 4: The Greatest Scams in History – And How to Avoid Falling for Them
Discover history’s biggest scams—from Ponzi schemes to fake gold investments—and learn how to spot modern fraud before it hits. This episode breaks down classic scams and gives you practical tips to stay safe from digital and real-world cons.
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Episode 1: Older Adults and Cybersecurity: The 5 Most Common Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Learn the top 5 cybersecurity mistakes older adults make and how to avoid them. From weak passwords to phishing scams, this guide offers simple online safety tips to protect your personal data and stay secure on the internet.