Publisher's Synopsis
Learn everything you need to know about staying safe online - A vital resource to help readers exploit all of its possibilities without worrying and panicking about safety issues.
This book is for anyone who is starting to undertake more and more social, home and financial activities online and who is worrying about the best way to keep themselves and their personal information safe whilst doing so. It outlines basic safety and security strategies, tools and resources that are available for use, and will strip away the panic, mystique and insecurity around areas of concern for anyone going online, such as viruses & malware, identity theft, email hoaxes & scams, information security, safety in social networking and keeping kids and grandkids safe from cyberbullying.
This series of vibrant books will teach you exactly what you need to know using
- A friendly, visual approach
- Easy-to-understand language
- Practical hands-on tasks
- Full-colour large format screenshots
To build your confidence and help you to get the most out of your computer, practical hints, tips and shortcuts feature on every page:
§ ALERT!- Explains and provides practical solutions to the most commonly
encountered problems
§ HOT TIPS- Time and effort saving shortcuts
§ SEE ALSO. - Points you to other related tasks and information
§ DID YOU KNOW? - Additional features to explore
§ WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?- Jargon and technical terms explained in plain English
