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The Basics of Online Safety

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Staying safe online is more important than ever in the digital age. This comprehensive online safety course equips learners with the knowledge needed to protect personal data, recognize online scams, adjust privacy settings, practice safe web browsing, and become an overall security-conscious internet user. Over five lessons, you’ll gain a beginner-to-intermediate understanding of core cybersecurity threats and self-defense fundamentals. Easy-to-follow theory readings, step-by-step task sheets, and knowledge-testing quizzes ensure concepts stick. Course topics include: Constructing complex passwords and securing login credentials Managing privacy controls on social media, apps, OS, and devices Identifying and responding to fraudulent emails, texts, ads and suspicious links Safe online shopping best practices for payments and downloads Importance of software updates and anti-virus protections You'll finish the course equipped with digital literacy to make informed security decisions across commonly used online platforms and services. Apply smart prevention measures and a safety-first mentality for cyber secure internet usage.

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