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TIP: Change your passwords to passphrases.  Make plans to change them often.

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TIP: Keep files from unknown sources off your machine.

PRESENTATION:  Ask Anything! (No registration required)

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TIP: Do not discuss sensitive information (student data, patient information)
in public areas.

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TIP: Use secure email to send  sensitive information to recipients outside of KUMC.

PRESENTATION:  Research and HIPAA Security

(Click to register)

(Don't forget to email your weekly contest entry by 5 p.m.!)

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TIP:  Save your files on KUMC servers (not on your workstation.)

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TIP: Learn how to keep your computer software updated.

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TIP: Keep virus and spyware protection up to date and scan your files
regularly.

WEEKLY CONTEST

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TIP: Read about how a personal firewall can protect your home PC.

PRESENTATION:  Secure File Transfer Training

(Click to register)

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TIP: Backup your files.

PRESENTATION:  Home Computer Security

(Click to register)

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TiP: Turn off your computer or disconnect from the network when you're not using it.

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TIP: Know what your child is accessing online.

PRESENTATION:  Children and the Internet

(Click to register)

(Don't forget to email your weekly contest entry by 5 p.m.!)

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TIP: Limit the amount of personal information you post about yourself, friends or family.

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TIP: Scan your home computer for weaknesses.

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TIP: Don't use the same password for all of your online activities.

PRESENTATION:  Have you Seen My Laptop?  Protecting Yourself in a Mobile World

(Click to register)

WEEKLY CONTEST

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TIP: Use a security lock on your laptop.

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TIP: Secure your wireless network.

 PRESENTATION:  Out of Thin Air!  Wireless Security (includes live wireless hacking Demo!)

(Click to register)

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TIP: Use a password protected screen saver.

PRESENTATION: 

Current Internet Threats and Trends (by IBM)

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TIP: File sharing software can be unsafe.

PRESENTATION:  Who Stole my Research?  Copyrights, peer-to-peer file sharing and illegal downloading

(Click to register)

(Don't forget to email your weekly contest entry by 5 p.m.!)

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TIP: Never respond to an email asking for personal information.

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TIP: Review your free credit report from one of the three reporting agencies.

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TIP: Never carry your social security number with you.

PRESENTATION:  Identity Theft:  Avoid Becoming a Victim

(Click to register)

WEEKLY CONTEST

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TIP:  Practice safe surfing.

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TIP:  Don't open attachments from unknown or unexpected sources.

PRESENTATION:  Dealing with spam, phishing and other online threats

(Click to register)

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TIP: Don't fall for phishing schemes or other online scams.

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TIP: Shred credit card offers, order forms and other sensitive documents before disposing of them.

PRESENTATION:  I Bought What!? Safe shopping online

(Click to register)

(Don't forget to email your weekly contest entry by 5 p.m.!)

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TIP: Learn how encryption can help you protect mobile devices or personal information.

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TIP: If you notice something strange, report it to Information Security.

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TIP:  Check for encryption on websites before providing your personal information.

PRESENTATION:  Top 10 FREE security tools

(Click to register)

WEEKLY CONTEST

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TIP:  Don't click to "agree" without reading the message first.

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Now that October is over, check to see how "aware" you are!

BONUS CONTEST