PCMag's Online Safety Checklist
Writing in the October 25 issue of PCMag, Security Analyst Kim Key has created a comprehensive checklist for beginners and advanced users alike. Often, in the interest of time or the belief that "it won't happen to me..." we take shortcuts or skip important steps altogether. The "bad guys" know this and are waiting. Looking over the items, I have to "call myself out" for not using a Password Manager consistently and for almost never using passwords of 20 characters in length. Other than that, I did pretty good! How did you do? PCMag's Online Safety Checklist Download and install a password manager on your computers and internet-connected devices. Create new, unique passwords with at least 20 characters using the password manager. Install antivirus software on all your internet-connected devices. Check to make sure your antivirus software is running. Update your antivirus software. Update your web browser. Install any patches or updates for your mo...