October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM).

By raising awareness and understanding of basic cybersecurity practices, we can all work together to combat cyberthreats.

You have a role to play in ensuring the security of your personal and professional data. Use the tips below to safeguard your computer:

• Keep all software on internet-connected devices – including PCs, tablets and smartphones – up to date to reduce risk of infection from malware.
• Create long passwords that only you will remember, and change them every six months. Remember, a strong password is at least 12 characters long.
• Avoid the use of thumb drives and other portable memory devices.
• Don’t click on weblinks or attached files in emails when you’re not certain of who the sender is.

To learn more about NCSAM, visit www.staysafeonline.org.