Family
The cyber-space opens a whole new world for families and schools today. Filled with adventures and experiences reserved only for a few in the past, now families can share “baby’s” first step and classrooms of paraplegics can take a virtual walk on the shores of Costa Rica. However, as exciting as this is, danger lurks at the least expecting moments. Whether you are using your smart phone, MP3 players, your computers, on-line, shopping at your local stores, or compiling your class grades, without implementing the best practices for cybersecurity, you are at risk.
Securing Our eCity is committed to providing information through links to experts, foundational workshops for individuals and schools and formal curriculum for incorporation into your school.
Cybersecure individuals, families and schools will help make cyber space more fun and safe.
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At Home Tips
Communicate your values – parents, be up front about your values and how they apply in an online context
Keep your family’s computer in a shared space – a mistaken “click” can result in trouble, be there for your kids.
Consider monitoring tools if your kids are under 16
The FTC provides a free book, NET CETERA – Chatting with Kids About Being Online
Own Your Space®
About the Author / Book:
Own Your Space®, the industry-leading Internet security book for youth, parents, and adults, was first written by Linda McCarthy, a 20-year network and Internet-security expert.
This all-new free edition — by McCarthy, security pros, and dedicated teenagers — teaches youths and even their parents how to keep themselves “and their stuff” safer online.
A collaboration between network-security experts, teenagers, and artists, the flexible licensing of Creative Commons, and industry-leading corporate sponsors, together have made it possible for everyone on the Internet to access Own Your Space for free
At School Tips
Ensure your security systems are always up to date
Provide a written IT policy for both teachers and students – it is best if this is enforced at a district level. This should encompass all digital devices (cell phones, computers, flash drives, etc.)
Incorporate cyber-space and cybersecurity curriculum into your classrooms – see resources
