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Being Safe Online

 How to Stay Safe Online The Internet has recently become an important conduit for information and communications. Security of these information transmitted and privacy of communications are some serious concerns. There are cases of careers ruined as a result of misuse of the internet and people defrauded of their hard earned money. Also, there are cases of individuals committing suicide as a result of online bullying or blackmail over personal media. It is evident that we need to take adequate precautions when using the internet. Common Internet Threats 1. Let's first discuss some common threats internet user may face online. These may be: a. Phishing . Phishing is an attempt to get sensitive information using authentic looking websites or emails. Such information include username, password or ATM card details. This is one of the technics used by the famous yahoo yahoo boys. b. Cyberstalking . Cyberstalking is the use of the Internet to contact someone or find out information ab...