Back-to-School Cyber Safety

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Back-to-School Cyber Safety [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2018/08/10/Back-School-Cyber-Safety ] 
08/10/2018 08:25 AM EDT 
Original release date: August 10, 2018

As summer break ends, many students will return to school with mobile devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and 
laptops. Although these devices can help students with their schoolwork and stay in touch with family and friends, 
there are risks associated with using them. However, there are simple steps that can help keep students stay safe while 
using their mobile devices and getting online.

NCCIC suggests reviewing the following tips and resources for information to keep students cyber safe:


  * Keeping Children Safe Online [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST05-002 ] 
  * Rethink Cyber Safety Rules and the Tech Talk with Your Teens [ 
https://stopthinkconnect.org/resources/preview/rethink-cyber-safety-rules-and-the-tech-talk-with-your-teens ] 
  * Building a Digital Defense for School Kids and Cell Phone Safety [ 
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/phoenix/news/press-releases/fbi-tech-tuesday-building-a-digital-defense-for-school-kids-and-cell-phone-safety
 ] 
  * Stop.Think.Connect. Toolkit [ https://www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect-toolkit ] 
  * Stay Safe Online [ https://staysafeonline.org ] 
  * Concerned Parents Internet Safety Toolbox [ 
http://backgroundchecks.org/the-concerned-parents-toolbox-120-tools-and-tricks-to-protect-your-kids.html ] 
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