Awareness

Be aware of how to use technology in a positive yet safe way
  • Technology definitely has positive uses.
  • Be informed about pros and cons when using new technology.
  • Assume that everything you put on the Internet will stay there forever.
  • Be wary - if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

Information

Helpful resources
  • Talk with people in your circle about apps and how they use technology instead of just downloading everything and using all kinds of apps or clicking all kinds of links. 
  • Do not believe everything you read on Whatsapp, Twitter, Facebook and other social media as true or real news. Use discrimination and verify the news before forwarding.
  • Learn how to spot email scams like phishing.

Transformation

Practice these Life Applications
  • Learn how to change the settings on your phone for greater privacy.
  • Learn how to change your settings on social media apps like Facebook and WhatsApp for greater privacy.
  • Practice by posting messages on Whatsapp or Facebook to a trusted friend or family member instead of sending a forwarded meme or image.
  • Enjoy using your devices to experience sharing pictures with family and friends, using video conferencing to attend virtual Sai events including the SSSIO live stream events, and so on.

Spot the Phish

As described here, "phishing" refers to attacks delivered via email to get victims to share their personal information. Criminals play on a variety of human emotions to try and get you to act; usually by clicking a link.  Here are some examples to help you spot phishing attacks.


 

Financial Scams

Phishing refers to "fishing" for personal information such as passwords and credit card numbers from unsuspecting individuals using emails. Criminals pretend to represent reputable companies and try to play on human emotions to get the recipient to click on links in the email. Clicking the link usually results in some malicious software (malware) installed on the victim's computer.