...a clearinghouse for pertinent, up-to-date information on cyber security for seniors...
:: Cyber Security ::
It seems that everything relies on computers and the Internet now ... communication (email, cellular phones), entertainment (digital cable, mp3s), transportation (car engine systems, airplane navigation), shopping (online stores, credit cards), medicine (equipment, medical records), and the list goes on. How much of your daily life relies on computers? How much of your personal information is stored either on your own computer or on someone else's system? Cyber security involves protecting that information by preventing, detecting, and responding to attacks.
:: Identity Theft ::
Identity theft is the fastest growing crime, according to the United States Federal Trade Commission. Experts estimate that about 10 million people become victims each year. That means every minute, 19 people become new victims of identity fraud!
In fact, according to the US Department of Justice, drug trafficking is now being replaced by identity theft as the number one crime.
If you become a victim, it will probably take you hundreds of hours and an average of $1,000 to recover from ID theft. Even worse, some innocent victims have ended up in prison because identity thieves have committed crimes in their names. more...
:: Internet Fraud ::
We've all heard of the dangers. Cyber stalkers, phishers, scammers and hackers have dedicated themselves to all sorts of mischief from stealing passwords and money to crashing our hard drives.
Malicious spyware and adware can track your surfing and Internet activities, allowing companies to compile a huge amount of personal data. This compromise of personal privacy is not only disturbing, but dangerous as it can make you vulnerable for identity theft. more...
::Cyber Security Workshops::
"The Good, The Bad and The Bugly"
A series of computer workshops with a focus on not only protecting your computer, but protecting you and your personal information. Topics will include a focus on identify theft, internet and credit card fraud, viruses and virus protection, and so much more!
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Monday mornings - January 12 to February 9, 2009 at the Evergreen Seniors Centre, 683 Woolwich St., Guelph, Ontario 519-823-1291
Identity Theft - Jan 12 9:30am - 11:30 am
Session one of five computer information sessions. This session will have a focus on identity theft and protecting yourself and your computer.
Internet/Credit Card Fraud - Jan 19 9:30am - 11:30 am
The second of five computer information workshops. This session will be focusing on internet and credit card fraud.
Viruses and Software - Jan 26 9:30am - 11:30 am
The third of a series of five computer information sessions. This session focuses on viruses, virus protection and software as well as hoaxes and how to spot and avoid them.
Firewalls, Adaware/Spyware - Feb 2 9:30am - 11:30 am
The fourth of a series of five computer information sessions. This session will provide knowledge and support regarding firewalls, adaware and spyware software, looking at the benefits of each when protecting your computer and your files.
Scams, Spam and Junkmail - Feb 9 9:30am - 11:30 am
The final session in a series of five computer information sessions. This session will be looking at various scams, spam mail and junk mail that one might receive that has the potential to threaten your computer.
