When using an open platform like the Internet, you run the risk of privacy breach with threats of online scams, spam, identity theft and malware. Maintaining an adequate level of Internet privacy is necessary. This concerns the control of what personal information you disclose over the Internet and who can access this information.
Though total anonymity is nearly impossible online, users can remain highly anonymous by never sharing personally identifiable information like full name, address and phone number. In the wrong hands, your information could be exploited for credit card fraud, nabbing your social insurance number and committing fraud under your name.
Online security on the other hand, concerns the protection of websites and electronic files from hackers, spyware and viruses. The most basic Internet security software includes antivirus protection, anti-spyware and a firewall, which is complemented by data protection practices such as well-selected passwords, change of file permissions and backup of files.
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