No doubt, users of mobile devices , computers , and the Internet , are vulnerable to cyber crimes . Therefore, users are expected to always be vigilant against cyber threats .
According to data from Norton Report 2013, the losses due to cyber crime increased from last year . Recorded , the average loss per victim increased by 50 percent , from USD197 in 2012 to USD298 in this year .
To help users avoid the cybercrime, Symantec provides a number of tips to protect important information . Here are seven tips to protect information from cyber crime :
1 . Protect Data : The series of comprehensive protection provide strong protection against threats in the online world . One security solution that can be used to protect PCs , smartphones , and tablets that Norton 360 Muli - Device .
2 . Treat it like a mini computer mobile devices : Mobile devices are the fastest growing targets for cyber criminals . Make sure the mobile device using a password and do preventive measures to ensure the safety of the devices from theft , loss , and cyber crime .
3.Waspadai cloud services : Although cloud -based storage solutions easy storage and a variety of files , this solution also opens the opportunity to attack the virus . Be careful with the ordinary people from accessing your data , and if possible you should use a solution that is equipped with a security system .
4 . Perform critical transactions with a secure connection : The network is not paid and insecure WiFi network facilitates thieves to see your activities secretly . Avoid doing important transactions such as banking or shopping while being connected to the network , or use a personal VPN client .
5 . Once connected , do a re-examination : Check credit card and bank statements regularly to see if any suspicious or fraudulent transactions , and report suspicious activity to the provider and the authorities .
6 . Use strong passwords : create a complicated password consisting of a combination of lowercase , capital, numbers , and symbols . In addition , change passwords periodically .
You can use a free password manager like Norton Identity Safe , in order to reduce the complexity of remembering passwords , as well as security menjagat personal information .
7 . Secure social networking : Do not just click on the link in the social network and avoid various content less reliable, that looks sensational with an attractive title .
Symantec recommends Norton Safe Web for Facebook to scan news feeds from various malicious link .
