Step 2: Browsers & Security
While this might seem a bit out of place having achieved reaching this site in the first place, take a quick respite to ask yourself how you feel using your window to the internet. More importantly, is that window open as to let all sorts of things both in and out? Or is there some kind of much-needed protection?
- Internet Explorer vs. Firefox vs. Chrome
Again, browsers are only the beginning of the limitless and infinite experience that is the internet. Now that you’ve watched this ongoing debate about what browser is the best, now ask yourself another serious question. How safe are you? Are your passwords easy to decipher? Birthday. Anniversary. Last name and a digit code? — I’m not looking for the exact answer, nor should you give it. Chances are, anyone asking for your password is trying to get your personal information, be it to some kind of account of yours (within reason of course). Head on to the link below for a way to generate a strong password.
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As you can guess, the site that was linked is all about internet security. OnGuard is a reputable site used in classroom (and online classroom) settings. It’s a great way to learn about the necessity of safety. Another reputable source of encoding or generating a password can be found in the link below.
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Norton will serve as a connection to our next Step.
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