Using the Internet Safely for Seniors for Dummies - Couverture rigide

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ISBN 10 : 1410418839 ISBN 13 : 9781410418838

Synopsis

Isn't the internet amazing? But, oh, the risks you've heard about - identity theft, e-mail scams, phony medical information, and more. Here's the guide you need to avoid the hazards with confidence, so you can shop, visit, invest, explore, pay bills, anddo dozens of other things online more securely. Experts show you how to keep your computer virus-free, use social networking sites safely, protect your personal information, and keep your grandchildren safe online.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The Internet is amazing, but the risks you ve heard about are real, too. You can avoid being a victim of online crime with the simple steps for staying safe online that you ll find in Using the Internet Safely For Seniors For Dummies.

Here s the guide you need to steer safely through the hazards so you can shop, visit, invest, explore, pay bills, and do dozens of other things online more securely. Learn to protect yourself from online predators, create strong passwords, find reliable information, spot e–mail and phishing scams, and much more.

• Find out how to share photos and videos, chat with others, and participate in online discussions securely
• See how, with strong passwords and reasonable caution, online banking and bill–paying might be safer than the old way
• Learn to install and set up a browser, use search engines effectively, and sidestep suspicious ads
• Discover how personal information is collected and used by legitimate companies and by crooks
• Be able to spot risks, find out how online criminals think, and know what makes you vulnerable
• Enjoy social networking sites without putting yourself at risk
• Spot reputable healthcare sites and avoid medical ID theft and scams

There s even a glossary of common computer terms and a guide to your rights when using the Internet. Using the Internet Safely For Seniors For Dummies helps you feel more secure by showing you how to protect yourself while enjoying the Web.

Biographie de l'auteur

Linda Criddle is an internationally recognized Internet safety and technology expert and President of Lookbothways Inc., which develops online safety curriculum and software. Nancy C. Muir has written more than 40 books on technologyand is the Director of Content Development for Lookbothways. Learn more at www.ilookbothways.com.

Détails de l'édition

• Date d'édition: 1632
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1410418839
• ISBN 13: 9781410418838
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 471
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible