If you use Twitter and frequently experience online harassment, you can adjust the settings so that only selected individuals are permitted to reply to your tweets. You can change the default setting so that only users you follow or mention can reply by clicking on the option that reads “Everyone can reply”.

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Nowadays, many people prefer to shop online because of its convenience, but we need to be cautious as some online shopping platforms may pose security threats, including identity theft, data breaches, and fraudulent actions. To minimize the risks, it is important to only use reputable and trustworthy websites when making online purchases. Properly consider the vendor and the products before buying, and avoid attaching credit cards if possible. Additionally, always remember to use a secure and unique password to protect your account.

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Advertisements on mobile devices can be invasive and annoying. For instance, while loading a webpage, you may receive a pop-up message stating that you have won a reward and redirecting you to another page. It is important to note that these types of ads should not be clicked on. A possible solution would be to activate a content blocker on your mobile device, which could help to completely avoid them.

By using a content blocker, you can significantly reduce the number of ads you encounter while browsing the internet. This can ultimately enhance your mobile browsing experience, allowing you to focus on what you're looking for without distractions.

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Several phishing scams involve attackers posing as significant retailers and then sending emails that claim to offer coupons which can be redeemed by clicking on a link within the email. If an offer appears too good to be true, comes from an email address that is too long or jumbled, or is included in a message with strange grammar and mistakes, do not click on it.

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It's possible that cyber criminals installed dangerous software or infected your computer with viruses. One such instance is key logger malware, which, after being installed, records the user's keystrokes and emails the data to criminals. Thieves can use this malware to obtain your personal information, such as your name, credit card numbers, birth date, and passwords. To protect yourself, never input sensitive information when using an unfamiliar or unsecured computer.

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You should wipe all data from your phone before trading it in, donating it, or giving it to someone else for any reason. You can easily find out how to do this by browsing through your phone settings for an option that says "Factory reset." This process ensures that there are no traces of your personal data left on your old phone before discarding it.

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If there is room for mischief on the internet, someone will almost certainly try to exploit it. This is especially true for online gatherings. There have been several incidents where malicious individuals have attempted to enter these meetings and cause disruptions, often by presenting inappropriate or offensive content. To avoid this in a classroom or business meeting, it's advisable to set your meeting settings to require user approval before joining.

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Your face or fingerprint are examples of biometric information that can be used to log into apps or unlock your phone. These are typically much faster and more secure than entering a password. But biometrics aren't completely secure, and a stranger might still be able to unlock your phone. Although it's not quite as quick, a PIN is probably the safest approach to protect your data because they're very difficult to guess or crack.

Remember that it's always safe to combine two or more authentication methods.

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Make sure your device doesn't automatically seek and connect to Bluetooth or open wireless networks. This makes it possible for online criminals to remotely access your device and obtain crucial data. Moreover, this can lead to unauthorized access and Bluetooth attacks. These networks can be used by attackers to steal your personal information, intercept your internet traffic, or even take over your device. Disable these functions to give yourself the option of connecting to a secure network.

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