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Nero at 21:50, 4 Haziran 2025

2025-06-04T21:50:16Z

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	= Protecting Yourself =		= Protecting Yourself =

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	== Set User Modes (umodes) ==		== Set User Modes (umodes) ==

	Use umodes to control who can contact you and prevent unwanted interactions.		Use umodes to control who can contact you and prevent unwanted interactions.

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	<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em~~; color: #ecf0f1~~; line-height: 1.6;">		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.6;">
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +R~~'''~~ - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +R</code> - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +D~~'''~~ - Block all private messages.</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +D</code> - Block all private messages.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +c~~'''~~ - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +c</code> - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +V~~'''~~ - Block all invites from other users.</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +V</code> - Block all invites from other users.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +T~~'''~~ - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +T</code> - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/mode your_nickname +z~~'''~~ - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>		<li><code>/mode your_nickname +z</code> - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
	</div>		</div>

	'''Example:'''		'''Example:'''
	<pre>		<pre style="background: #f0f0f0; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; color: #333;">
	/mode Dimitris +Rc		/mode Dimitris +Rc
	</pre>		</pre>

	This will block private messages from unregistered users and prevent messages from users outside your shared channels.		This will block private messages from unregistered users and prevent messages from users outside your shared channels.

	== Ignore Users ==		== Ignore Users ==

	You can ignore users to avoid unwanted communication.		You can ignore users to avoid unwanted communication.

	<div style="background-~~color:~~ #~~2c3e50~~; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: ~~10px~~; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 ~~4px 8px~~ rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);">		<div style="background: linear-gradient(90deg, #f4f6fb, #eef2f7); border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 3px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.15); color: #333;">
	<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em~~; color: #ecf0f1~~; line-height: 1.6;">		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.6;">
	<li>~~'''~~/ignore nickname~~'''~~ - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>		<li><code>/ignore nickname</code> - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>
	<li>~~'''~~/silence nickname~~'''~~ - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>		<li><code>/silence nickname</code> - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
	</div>		</div>

	'''Examples:'''		'''Examples:'''
	<pre>		<pre style="background: #f0f0f0; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; color: #333;">
	/silence shayne		/silence shayne
	</pre>		</pre>

	This will ignore all messages and notifications from the user "shayne."		This will ignore all messages and notifications from the user "shayne."

	<pre>		<pre style="background: #f0f0f0; padding: 10px; border-radius: 5px; color: #333;">
	/silence !@* N		/silence !@* N
	</pre>		</pre>

	This will prevent notice messages from all users.		This will prevent notice messages from all users.

	== Use an IRC Client ==		== Use an IRC Client ==

	Consider using an IRC client for more control and additional features, such as saving ignores, user modes, nickname passwords, and more.		Consider using an IRC client for more control and additional features, such as saving ignores, user modes, nickname passwords, and more.

	== Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC ==		== Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC ==

	Here are some important tips to protect yourself on IRC:		Here are some important tips to protect yourself on IRC:

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	<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em~~; color: #ecf0f1~~; line-height: 1.6;">		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.6;">
	<li><strong>Register Your Nickname:</strong> Always register your nickname with a strong password to prevent others from impersonating you on the network.</li>		<li><strong>Register Your Nickname:</strong> Always register your nickname with a strong password to prevent others from impersonating you on the network.</li>
	<li><strong>Use Secure Passwords:</strong> Choose a password that’s unique and difficult to guess. Include a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.</li>		<li><strong>Use Secure Passwords:</strong> Choose a password that’s unique and difficult to guess. Include a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.</li>
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	~~<p style="~~color: #~~ecf0f1; font-size: 1.05em~~; font-weight: bold;">⚠ Disclaimer: The network staff do not take responsibility for the information that passes through the network. Users should exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.</p>		⚠ Disclaimer: The network staff do not take responsibility for the information that passes through the network. Users should exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.
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Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC

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      <li><strong>Mask Your IP Address:</strong> Use an IRC bouncer (BNC) or connect via Tor to hide your real IP address.</li>
      <li><strong>Utilize Cloaking or Hostmasking:</strong> Many IRC networks allow you to mask your real hostname or IP address.</li>
-     <li><strong>Manage Your User Modes:</strong> Set user modes like '''+i''' (invisible) to limit visibility of your presence.</li>
+     <li><strong>Manage Your User Modes:</strong> Set user modes like <code>+i</code> (invisible) to limit visibility of your presence.</li>
      <li><strong>Keep Your IRC Client Updated:</strong> Ensure your IRC client is up-to-date with the latest security patches.</li>
      <li><strong>Report Abuse or Harassment:</strong> If you experience abuse or harassment, report it to channel staff immediately.</li>
      <li><strong>Beware of Suspicious Links:</strong> Avoid clicking on links from unknown or untrusted sources, as they might lead to phishing sites or malware.</li>
      <li><strong>Avoid Untrusted Downloads:</strong> Verify the source before downloading files from users or channels.</li>
    </ul>
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-<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #ffffff;">Tips for Protecting Yourself Online</h2>
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+   <p style="color: #ecf0f1; font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: bold;">⚠ Disclaimer: The network staff do not take responsibility for the information that passes through the network. Users should exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves.</p>
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Nero: /* Ignore Users */

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Ignore Users

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	<li>* '''/ignore nickname''' - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>		<li>'''/ignore nickname''' - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>
	<li>* '''/silence nickname''' - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>		<li>'''/silence nickname''' - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>
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Nero: /* Set User Modes (umodes) */

2025-02-09T15:41:51Z

Set User Modes (umodes)

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	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +R''' - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +R''' - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>
	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +D''' - Block all private messages.</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +D''' - Block all private messages.</li>
	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +c''' - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +c''' - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>
	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +V''' - Block all invites from other users.</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +V''' - Block all invites from other users.</li>
	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +T''' - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +T''' - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>
	<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +z''' - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>		<li>'''/mode your_nickname +z''' - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>
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Nero at 15:35, 9 February 2025

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	Use umodes to control who can contact you and prevent unwanted interactions.		Use umodes to control who can contact you and prevent unwanted interactions.

	<div style="background-color: #~~e6f7ff~~; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 15px;">		<div style="background-color: #2c3e50; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);">
	* '''/mode your_nickname +R''' - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em; color: #ecf0f1; line-height: 1.6;">
	* '''/mode your_nickname +D''' - Block all private messages.		<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +R''' - Prevent unregistered nicknames from private messaging you.</li>
	* '''/mode your_nickname +c''' - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.		<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +D''' - Block all private messages.</li>
	* '''/mode your_nickname +V''' - Block all invites from other users.		<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +c''' - Block messages and notices from users outside your shared channels.</li>
	* '''/mode your_nickname +T''' - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.		<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +V''' - Block all invites from other users.</li>
	* '''/mode your_nickname +z''' - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).		<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +T''' - Prevent users from sending all types of CTCPs (like version checks) to your client.</li>
			<li>* '''/mode your_nickname +z''' - Prevent messages from being sent to or received from a user that isn’t connected using TLS (SSL).</li>
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	You can ignore users to avoid unwanted communication.		You can ignore users to avoid unwanted communication.

	<div style="background-color: #~~e6f7ff~~; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 15px;">		<div style="background-color: #2c3e50; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 10px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);">
	* '''/ignore nickname''' - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em; color: #ecf0f1; line-height: 1.6;">
	* '''/silence nickname''' - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.		<li>* '''/ignore nickname''' - Ignore all messages and notices from the specified user.</li>
			<li>* '''/silence nickname''' - Silence all messages and notifications from the specified user.</li>
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	Here are some important tips to protect yourself on IRC:		Here are some important tips to protect yourself on IRC:

	<div style="background-color: #~~f0f9ff~~; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: ~~10px~~; margin-bottom: 15px;">		<div style="background-color: #2c3e50; border-left: 5px solid #007acc; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);">
	* '''Register Your Nickname:~~'''~~ Always register your nickname with a strong password to prevent others from impersonating you on the network.		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em; color: #ecf0f1; line-height: 1.6;">
	* '''Use Secure Passwords:~~'''~~ Choose a password that’s unique and difficult to guess. Include a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.		<li><strong>Register Your Nickname:</strong> Always register your nickname with a strong password to prevent others from impersonating you on the network.</li>
	* '''Enable SSL Encryption:~~'''~~ Connect to the IRC server using SSL to ensure your communication is encrypted.		<li><strong>Use Secure Passwords:</strong> Choose a password that’s unique and difficult to guess. Include a mix of upper- and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.</li>
	* '''Mask Your IP Address:~~'''~~ Use an IRC bouncer (BNC) or connect via Tor to hide your real IP address.		<li><strong>Enable SSL Encryption:</strong> Connect to the IRC server using SSL to ensure your communication is encrypted.</li>
	* '''Utilize Cloaking or Hostmasking:~~'''~~ Many IRC networks allow you to mask your real hostname or IP address.		<li><strong>Mask Your IP Address:</strong> Use an IRC bouncer (BNC) or connect via Tor to hide your real IP address.</li>
	* '''Manage Your User Modes:~~'''~~ Set user modes like '''+i''' (invisible) to limit visibility of your presence.		<li><strong>Utilize Cloaking or Hostmasking:</strong> Many IRC networks allow you to mask your real hostname or IP address.</li>
	* '''Keep Your IRC Client Updated:~~'''~~ Ensure your IRC client is up-to-date with the latest security patches.		<li><strong>Manage Your User Modes:</strong> Set user modes like '''+i''' (invisible) to limit visibility of your presence.</li>
	* '''Report Abuse or Harassment:~~'''~~ If you experience abuse or harassment, report it to channel staff immediately.		<li><strong>Keep Your IRC Client Updated:</strong> Ensure your IRC client is up-to-date with the latest security patches.</li>
	* '''Beware of Suspicious Links:~~'''~~ Avoid clicking on links from unknown or untrusted sources, as they might lead to phishing sites or malware.		<li><strong>Report Abuse or Harassment:</strong> If you experience abuse or harassment, report it to channel staff immediately.</li>
	* '''Avoid Untrusted Downloads:~~'''~~ Verify the source before downloading files from users or channels.		<li><strong>Beware of Suspicious Links:</strong> Avoid clicking on links from unknown or untrusted sources, as they might lead to phishing sites or malware.</li>
			<li><strong>Avoid Untrusted Downloads:</strong> Verify the source before downloading files from users or channels.</li>
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	~~<h3 style="color: #2980b9;">Need Help?</h3>~~
	~~<p>If you have questions or need assistance:</p>~~
	~~<ul style="list-style: none; padding: 0; color: #2c3e50;">~~
	~~<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Join the help channel: '''[https://kiwiirc.hybridirc.com/#help #Help]'''</li>~~
	~~<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">* Visit [https://hybridirc.com/help/protecting-yourself/ Stay Safe Online].</li>~~
	~~<li style="margin-bottom: 10px;">or contact us via e-mail at: support@hybridirc.com</li>~~
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Nero: /* Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC */

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Tips for Protecting Yourself on IRC

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	<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #~~2c3e50~~;">Tips for Protecting Yourself Online</h2>		<h2 style="font-size: 1.5em; color: #ffffff;">Tips for Protecting Yourself Online</h2>
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	<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.~~15em~~; color: #~~34495e~~; line-height: 1.6;">		<ul style="list-style-type: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05em; color: #ecf0f1; line-height: 1.6;">
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	<strong>Limit Personal Information:</strong> Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.		<strong>Limit Personal Information:</strong> Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft]</li>		<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft <span style="color: #3498db;">FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft</span>]</li>
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	<strong>Beware of Phishing Scams:</strong> Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.		<strong>Beware of Phishing Scams:</strong> Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.phishing.org Phishing.org]</li>		<li>* [https://www.phishing.org <span style="color: #3498db;">Phishing.org</span>]</li>
	<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide on recognizing phishing scams]</li>		<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams <span style="color: #3498db;">FTC's guide on recognizing phishing scams</span>]</li>
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	<strong>Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):</strong> Enable 2FA on services that support it for an extra layer of security on your accounts.		<strong>Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):</strong> Enable 2FA on services that support it for an extra layer of security on your accounts.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.turnon2fa.org TurnOn2FA.org] - Learn how to set up 2FA on popular websites and services.</li>		<li>* [https://www.turnon2fa.org <span style="color: #3498db;">TurnOn2FA.org</span>] - Learn how to set up 2FA on popular websites and services.</li>
	<li>* [https://www.authy.com/guides/2fa/ Authy.com guides for securing accounts with 2FA]</li>		<li>* [https://www.authy.com/guides/2fa/ <span style="color: #3498db;">Authy.com guides for securing accounts with 2FA</span>]</li>
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	<strong>Use Secure Websites:</strong> When making transactions or sharing sensitive information online, ensure the website is secure by checking for "https" in the URL and a padlock symbol in the browser’s address bar.		<strong>Use Secure Websites:</strong> When making transactions or sharing sensitive information online, ensure the website is secure by checking for "https" in the URL and a padlock symbol in the browser’s address bar.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2020/07/https-privacy-and-security-explained Electronic Frontier Foundation's guide]</li>		<li>* [https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2020/07/https-privacy-and-security-explained <span style="color: #3498db;">Electronic Frontier Foundation's guide</span>]</li>
	<li>* [https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest/ Qualys SSL Labs] - Check if a website is secure</li>		<li>* [https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest/ <span style="color: #3498db;">Qualys SSL Labs</span>] - Check if a website is secure</li>
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	<strong>Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Sensitive Tasks:</strong> Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured. Avoid using them for activities like logging into accounts or making purchases unless you're using a VPN.		<strong>Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Sensitive Tasks:</strong> Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured. Avoid using them for activities like logging into accounts or making purchases unless you're using a VPN.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.norton.com/blogs/norton-protection/secure-your-wifi How to secure your Wi-Fi network]</li>		<li>* [https://www.norton.com/blogs/norton-protection/secure-your-wifi <span style="color: #3498db;">How to secure your Wi-Fi network</span>]</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
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	<strong>Update Your Software Regularly:</strong> Keep your operating system, browser, and apps up-to-date with the latest security patches.		<strong>Update Your Software Regularly:</strong> Keep your operating system, browser, and apps up-to-date with the latest security patches.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-keep-software-up-to-date How to keep your software up-to-date]</li>		<li>* [https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-keep-software-up-to-date <span style="color: #3498db;">How to keep your software up-to-date</span>]</li>
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	<strong>Beware of Fake Online Reviews:</strong> Be cautious when reading product reviews. Fake reviews can sometimes be paid or manipulated to trick consumers.		<strong>Beware of Fake Online Reviews:</strong> Be cautious when reading product reviews. Fake reviews can sometimes be paid or manipulated to trick consumers.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/spot-fake-reviews.htm Consumer Reports' tips on recognizing fake reviews]</li>		<li>* [https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/spot-fake-reviews.htm <span style="color: #3498db;">Consumer Reports' tips on recognizing fake reviews</span>]</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
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	<strong>Use Strong, Unique Passwords:</strong> Avoid reusing passwords across multiple websites. Use a password manager to store and generate strong passwords.		<strong>Use Strong, Unique Passwords:</strong> Avoid reusing passwords across multiple websites. Use a password manager to store and generate strong passwords.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-create-strong-password FTC's guide to creating strong passwords]</li>		<li>* [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-create-strong-password <span style="color: #3498db;">FTC's guide to creating strong passwords</span>]</li>
	<li>* [https://www.lastpass.com LastPass]</li>		<li>* [https://www.lastpass.com <span style="color: #3498db;">LastPass</span>]</li>
	<li>* [https://www.bitwarden.com Bitwarden]</li>		<li>* [https://www.bitwarden.com <span style="color: #3498db;">Bitwarden</span>]</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
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	<strong>Use Antivirus Software:</strong> Protect your devices from malware by using antivirus software and keeping it updated.		<strong>Use Antivirus Software:</strong> Protect your devices from malware by using antivirus software and keeping it updated.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.tomshardware.com/review/10-best-antivirus-software-for-pc-2023 Tom's Hardware antivirus reviews]</li>		<li>* [https://www.tomshardware.com/review/10-best-antivirus-software-for-pc-2023 <span style="color: #3498db;">Tom's Hardware antivirus reviews</span>]</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
	</li>		</li>
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	<strong>Back Up Your Data:</strong> Regularly back up important files and data to avoid losing them in case of a security breach or device failure.		<strong>Back Up Your Data:</strong> Regularly back up important files and data to avoid losing them in case of a security breach or device failure.
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-back-up-your-data/ CNET's guide to backing up your data]</li>		<li>* [https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-back-up-your-data/ <span style="color: #3498db;">CNET's guide to backing up your data</span>]</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
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	<strong>Check Websites for Viruses:</strong> Before visiting unknown websites or clicking on links, use online tools to scan them for potential malware or viruses. Here are some useful tools:		<strong>Check Websites for Viruses:</strong> Before visiting unknown websites or clicking on links, use online tools to scan them for potential malware or viruses. Here are some useful tools:
	<ul>		<ul>
	<li>* [https://www.virustotal.com VirusTotal] - Scan websites and files for viruses</li>		<li>* [https://www.virustotal.com <span style="color: #3498db;">VirusTotal</span>] - Scan websites and files for viruses</li>
	<li>* [https://www.urlvoid.com URLVoid] - Analyze URLs for potential security threats</li>		<li>* [https://www.urlvoid.com <span style="color: #3498db;">URLVoid</span>] - Analyze URLs for potential security threats</li>
	<li>* [https://www.phishlabs.com PhishLabs] - Check emails and websites for phishing attempts and malicious content</li>		<li>* [https://www.phishlabs.com <span style="color: #3498db;">PhishLabs</span>] - Check emails and websites for phishing attempts and malicious content</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
	</li>		</li>
	</ul>		</ul>
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	* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.		* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.
	* For more information on protecting your personal information, visit [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft].		* For more information on protecting your personal information, visit [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft].
	* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.		* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.
	* Learn how to spot phishing emails and scams with [https://www.phishing.org/ Phishing.org] and [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide].		* Learn how to spot phishing emails and scams with [https://www.phishing.org/ Phishing.org] and [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide].

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	* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.		* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.
	* For more information on protecting your personal information, visit [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft].		* For more information on protecting your personal information, visit [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft].
	* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.		* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.
	* Learn how to spot phishing emails and scams with [https://www.phishing.org/ Phishing.org] and [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide].		* Learn how to spot phishing emails and scams with [https://www.phishing.org/ Phishing.org] and [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide].

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	== Tips for Protecting Yourself Online ==		== Tips for Protecting Yourself Online ==

	Take general steps to protect yourself and your personal data when browsing the internet:		Take general steps to protect yourself and your personal data when browsing the internet:

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	* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.		* '''Limit Personal Information:''' Avoid sharing personal information such as your real name, address, phone number, or email address. Don't share sensitive data such as credit card details or login credentials over unencrypted channels.
			* For more information on protecting your personal information, visit [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0272-how-avoid-identity-theft FTC's tips on avoiding identity theft].
	* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.		* '''Beware of Phishing Scams:''' Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or websites asking for personal information or login credentials. Always verify the source before clicking links or downloading files.
			* Learn how to spot phishing emails and scams with [https://www.phishing.org/ Phishing.org] and [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams FTC's guide].
	* '''Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):''' Enable 2FA on services that support it for an extra layer of security on your accounts.		* '''Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):''' Enable 2FA on services that support it for an extra layer of security on your accounts.
			* [https://www.turnon2fa.org TurnOn2FA.org] - Learn how to set up 2FA on popular websites and services.
			* [https://www.authy.com/guides/2fa/ Authy.com guides for securing accounts with 2FA].
	* '''Use Secure Websites:''' When making transactions or sharing sensitive information online, ensure the website is secure by checking for "https" in the URL and a padlock symbol in the browser’s address bar.		* '''Use Secure Websites:''' When making transactions or sharing sensitive information online, ensure the website is secure by checking for "https" in the URL and a padlock symbol in the browser’s address bar.
			* Learn more about secure browsing with [https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2020/07/https-privacy-and-security-explained Electronic Frontier Foundation's guide].
			* Check if a website is secure with [https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest/ Qualys SSL Labs].
	* '''Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Sensitive Tasks:''' Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured. Avoid using them for activities like logging into accounts or making purchases unless you're using a VPN.		* '''Avoid Public Wi-Fi for Sensitive Tasks:''' Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured. Avoid using them for activities like logging into accounts or making purchases unless you're using a VPN.
			* Check out [https://www.norton.com/blogs/norton-protection/secure-your-wifi How to secure your Wi-Fi network] for tips.
	* '''Update Your Software Regularly:''' Keep your operating system, browser, and apps up-to-date with the latest security patches.		* '''Update Your Software Regularly:''' Keep your operating system, browser, and apps up-to-date with the latest security patches.
			* For a list of common software and how to update them, visit [https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-keep-software-up-to-date How to keep your software up-to-date].
	* '''Beware of Fake Online Reviews:''' Be cautious when reading product reviews. Fake reviews can sometimes be paid or manipulated to trick consumers.		* '''Beware of Fake Online Reviews:''' Be cautious when reading product reviews. Fake reviews can sometimes be paid or manipulated to trick consumers.
			* To learn how to spot fake reviews, visit [https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/spot-fake-reviews.htm Consumer Reports' tips on recognizing fake reviews].
	* '''Use Strong, Unique Passwords:''' Avoid reusing passwords across multiple websites. Use a password manager to store and generate strong passwords.		* '''Use Strong, Unique Passwords:''' Avoid reusing passwords across multiple websites. Use a password manager to store and generate strong passwords.
			* Learn how to create strong passwords with [https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-create-strong-password FTC's guide to creating strong passwords].
			* A good password manager to use is [https://www.lastpass.com LastPass] or [https://www.bitwarden.com Bitwarden].
	* '''Use Antivirus Software:''' Protect your devices from malware by using antivirus software and keeping it updated.		* '''Use Antivirus Software:''' Protect your devices from malware by using antivirus software and keeping it updated.
			* Find top-rated antivirus software recommendations at [https://www.tomshardware.com/review/10-best-antivirus-software-for-pc-2023 Tom's Hardware antivirus reviews].
	* '''Back Up Your Data:''' Regularly back up important files and data to avoid losing them in case of a security breach or device failure.		* '''Back Up Your Data:''' Regularly back up important files and data to avoid losing them in case of a security breach or device failure.
			* Learn how to back up data securely with [https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-back-up-your-data/ CNET's guide].
			* '''Check Websites for Viruses:''' Before visiting unknown websites or clicking on links, use online tools to scan them for potential malware or viruses. Here are some useful tools:
			* [https://www.virustotal.com VirusTotal] - Scan websites and files for viruses with VirusTotal.
			* [https://www.urlvoid.com URLVoid] - Analyze URLs for potential security threats.
			* [https://www.phishlabs.com PhishLabs] - Check emails and websites for phishing attempts and malicious content.
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