As technology advances and our internet dependence for daily activities increases, so does cybercrime. , cybercrime is developing and growing fast, reaching faster than ever before. So, it's more important than ever that we each got our tech devices on lock and protected from cyberattacks. According to CNET In this thread, the slogging community shares their online security hacks for peaceful and safe web surfing. This Slogging thread occurred in slogging's official #fix-the-internet channel, and has been edited for readability. Mónica Freitas Jan 11, 2022, 12:25 PM "Security threats will likely accelerate in 2022 as cybercriminals refine tried-but-true ransomware methods and look to exploit weaknesses in the software that knits together the internet," says . What tools and strategies do you use to keep yourself safe online? CNET Jack Boreham Jan 11, 2022, 12:42 PM For my crypto assets a trust wallet. Leaving your stuff on the exchange is far too risky. A trust wallet ensures complete protection at the highest standard. 🔥 1 Jack Boreham Jan 11, 2022, 12:42 PM My social media accounts, double encryption. You can’t be to careful nowadays. EVERYBODY is getting hacked. Daniel Guzman Jan 11, 2022, 5:58 PM Hey! I like to use VPN, to make sure my IP is secured, there are plenty options in the internet. Also, I discovered the google Authenticator app and know I use it for everything: my work apps, my crypto, everything. I agree with Jack Boreham, everyone is getting hacked these days haha and I don't want undesirable pics of mine spinning around the internet. 🔥 1 Sara Pinto Jan 12, 2022, 3:36 PM Mónica Freitas, I have no safety whatsoever, not even something covering my webcam. I will definitely follow this thread, I need some tips, Jack Boreham has scared me, haha. 😂 1 Jack Boreham Jan 12, 2022, 3:37 PM Sara Pinto, sorry I should have left off the caps😂 Jack Boreham Jan 12, 2022, 3:37 PM Have you bought crypto yet? Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:39 AM Jack Boreham, trusted wallet! I'll have to remember that once I get into my entrepreneurial life. Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:41 AM Jack Boreham, is there any app or extension you use for double encryption? Unfortunately, I've never really taken the time to explore how to keep my accounts safe - it's something I've often overlooked. Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:44 AM Daniel Guzman, I never thought of using a VPN for safety purposes. I only used it to trick websites ahahah, but that's a great tip. Could you recommend what program you use? I'll have to check the Google Authenticator app. It seems pretty handy. Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:46 AM Sara Pinto, same, guilty as charged. We need to up our safety game. Luckily we have a team of specialists right here. 🔥 1 Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:46 AM Sara Pinto, go and cover your webcam, though. 🙌 1 Mónica Freitas Jan 13, 2022, 10:48 AM Lately, I've become familiar with password sharing apps/websites. Passcamp is a free website and a great place to start if you need to share login details. Jack Boreham Jan 14, 2022, 11:52 AM Mónica Freitas, sometimes the platform does it itself but I do have a separate Facebook authenticator. If you search on your phones app store, you can get one! Should connect straight up. Sara Pinto Jan 14, 2022, 2:51 PM Mónica Freitas, I will definitely check out those double encryption options. It's getting more dangerous each time, and I don't want to take any risks. Mónica Freitas Jan 14, 2022, 7:43 PM Jack Boreham, I've had to do the double authentication factor occasionally, not by choice, and as an impatient person, it's annoying. Of course, I understand why it's there, but when you're in a hurry, having to double confirm or triple confirm that you're who you say you are... 😪 Mónica Freitas Jan 14, 2022, 7:45 PM Sara Pinto, let me know if you find a good option. There should be a way to authenticate your account by using your fingerprint. Sara Pinto Jan 17, 2022, 11:29 AM Mónica Freitas, I'm the same, the only time I've done double authentication was because I was obligated, and it bothered me a little. I get that's for our safety, but sometimes it just takes more time than what I have. I usually use the Face ID in the iPhones to make it easier to access some apps and so on, but I'm not sure if it's the best method. Mónica Freitas Jan 17, 2022, 12:21 PM Sara Pinto, oh, I didn't know iPhones could do that. That must come in handy. I'm not sure how safe it is, but I'm assuming it won't hurt. But don't mind me - I don't even have a lock on my phone 😅 Sara Pinto Jan 18, 2022, 4:13 PM Mónica Freitas, the most recent ones have this option, and it's pretty cool, except when we are wearing face masks haha. I question its safety because I can't stop thinking about how Jack Boreham once mentioned the deep fake technology. Mónica Freitas Jan 17, 2022, 11:24 AM Abeer, Limarc Ambalina, how do you keep safe online? Limarc Ambalina Jan 19, 2022, 5:19 PM Hey Monica. I actually just use windows defender and run a VPN. But I just practice safe browsing: don't go to sketchy sites, don't download things from strangers lol. Limarc Ambalina Jan 19, 2022, 5:19 PM Also have 2FA enabled on almost everywhere that has money involved. 🔥 1 Mónica Freitas Jan 19, 2022, 9:24 PM Sara Pinto, ah, the issue of the masks. I bet they weren't counting on it ahahah. Deep fake tech? What's that? Mónica Freitas Jan 19, 2022, 9:26 PM Limarc Ambalina, do you think that those strategies are still enough nowadays? Shouldn't we step up our safety game as cyber-attacks get more sophisticated? Limarc Ambalina Jan 20, 2022, 5:56 AM IMO the hardcore hackers want bigger prizes. They won't try to hack you alone, they'll try to hack a database that has all your information. In that sense the onus is on corporations to up their game. 🔥 1 Jack Boreham Jan 20, 2022, 6:09 AM Sara Pinto, I feel like I've scared you 😢 Sara Pinto Jan 20, 2022, 10:31 AM Mónica Freitas, deepfake is a technology that can manipulate faces in images or videos, whether it is generating a new one or replacing someone's face in the visual content. As far as I understood, haha. Sara Pinto Jan 20, 2022, 10:31 AM Jack Boreham, you made me more cautious! It's a good thing since I have no safety whatsoever haha. I don't think that hacker might want to come after my silly things, but you can't be too careful. Plus, we all should know what to look out for. Mónica Freitas Jan 20, 2022, 8:46 PM Sara Pinto, ah got it! I'm guessing it's easier to find out your password than your biometrical data, but what do I know! At least we now know what strategies to put in place to protect ourselves online 🙌

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