Use PIN protection on your mobile devices
Install an anti-theft app on your mobile devices
The same goes for your laptop
Perform PC security checks
Encrypt your laptop
Encrypt your USB drives
Secure your social network accounts
Sign up for online backups
Install a two-way firewall
Use OpenDNS for content filtering
Check your Wi-Fi security
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Monday, 7 January 2013
Security Resolutions for 2013
Among your typical New Year's resolutions--lose weight, stop smoking, be happier--you should consider making some pledges to better secure your digital life. You might even be healthier if you can prevent the stress of a digital disaster, like malware wiping out your PC, having your online accounts hacked, or becoming a victim of identify theft because of a phishing scam or data theft. With that in mind, here are some security resolutions you should consider for the new year.