Social Media 101
Privacy settings
strict to friends only
How often is there a hacker attack?
every 39 seconds
Password
Use passphrase with numbers, letters, and symbols that you can remember but no one can guess
Malware
Malicious software that can hurt your computer
all devices
Always check for updates
Unfriend
people you don't know or don't want on social media
What is security hacking?
Exploiting weaknesses in computer systems or networks
Antivirus software
Scans computer regularly for viruses or malware
Phishing
Stealing information like credit cards, personal information with an email or text message
your personal device
Turn on privacy mode, use antivirus software
Tag photos
share only with friends and family
Which countries have the most hackers?
China, Brazil, Russia, Poland, Iran, India, Nigeria, Vietnam, USA, Germany
Two factor authentication
extra layer of protection using your smartphone and a code when you login
Ransomware
Malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until money is paid
private chats?
Even in Facebook Messenger, don't share private information such as birthdays, addresses, phone number
Location
Turn off and don't share addresses
How can hackers affect democratic elections?
By using social media to separate and anger people with untrue information
Friends
Don't forward emails with blue links in them
Ethical Hacking
Good hacker [white hat] who tests computer systems to keep them safe
the internet
Don't share passwords with anyone
Using the 3-dot menu on each post
Choose to see less like this post OR hide post OR unfriend
What motivates hackers?
Money, information, influence
Incognito tab
in Chrome, go the three dots and choose incognito window
a scam
a trick to get your personal information from you
Social media such as Instagram or Facebook?
stay private and use the dots menu on each post