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How many private computers are hacked in Britain every year?
hundreds of thousands
Who are hackers?
highly intelligent programmers who can easily break into computer systems
How do hackers commit cybercrimes?
gain access and steal data or infect computers with a virus or a worm
What could be a good username for your email address?
a word from the dictionary that appeals to you or a secret code that only means something to you
What kind of password should you use?
smart and difficult to guess
What does a reliable password look like?
a combination of letters and numbers
What dangerous mistakes do people make working on their computers?
Allowing your computer to remember your password
What should you do to avoid a lot of spam letters?
Don’t list your email in an online directory
What kinds of emails shouldn't you open?
any emails from people you don’t know
What should you do with emails from people you don’t know?
delete
What should you do with attachments?
don’t open any attachments unless they were run through an anti-virus program
What should you do with your software?
keep updated
Is it a good idea to use your own name as a username?
no
Is it a good idea to include anything in your username that could indicate your age or home address??
no
Is it a good idea to share your password with anybody?
no
Is it a good idea change your password regularly?
yes
