In this day and age the internet has taken over basically everything we do, from buying groceries and talking to your friends to working and communicating. The negative effect of the takeover of the internet is that there will be potential dangers that we will have to face.
This is why the digital forensics industry has become so important! At The Computer Guyz we have a division specifically dedicated to digital forensics and a range of digital forensics services; this includes cellular forensics, digital tracing, CFE services, cyber penetration testing and so much more.
If you are looking for digital forensics services in Cape Town that you can trust – Do not hesitate to contact our digital forensics team!
With the right information and assistance you can protect yourself online and ensure that you are and your family are always safe. Here are the most important online safety tips
Online Scams – Scams these days can be so complex that they are hard to spot as scams!
Should a friend / family member email you that they need you to send them money – be aware! This is possibly a scam and you should always contact them first before you take any further actions.
If you are purchasing something online, always ensure that the website is 100% legit before you input your banking details and personal information.
Online Bullies – Bullying is bullying, whether it is in real life or on the internet! Use these steps if you feel you are being bullied online
1.Block the person who is bullying you.
2.Do not respond to the bully.
3.If you feel it is necessary – report the bully!
Online Predators – Be alert when people online are pretending to be friendly to gain your trust, especially with children, teens and young adults.
- Always keep up with what your children are doing online and who they are communicating with, especially on social media networks.
- All online profiles as well as social media profiles should be secure and generic – this will avoid predators or stalkers targeting young children.
- Lookout for signs of depression with young children – this is usually a sign that they are the victim of an online predator!
Are you safe online? If you are not 100% sure and you feel you may be unsafe, please contact the digital forensics division at The Computer Guyz!
Christine Romans is a copywriter to get maximum impact from the written word; in between this she does a little freelance journalism, regular reviews and ferreting out little nuggets of superb service in and around Cape Town. Her regular abode is at www.tcgza.co.za, find and follow her for more.
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