INTRO
RTC WILL BE CLOSED
• April 14 - Good Friday
• May 29 - Memorial Day
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AN INFORMATIONAL NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF RTC
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Many families have a variety of Internet-connected devices—including com-
puters, laptops, gaming systems, TVs, tablets, and smartphones—that all access
a home Wi-Fi network. To protect your network and your family from online
threats, the National Cyber Security Alliance offers these tips:
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Keep a clean machine.
Having the latest security software, web browser, and
operating system are the best defenses against viruses, malware, and other
online threats.
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Automate software updates.
Many software programs will automatically
connect and update to defend against known risks. Turn on automatic
updates if that’s an available option.
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Protect all devices that connect to the Internet.
This includes computers,
smartphones, gaming systems, and other web-enabled devices. They all need
protection from viruses and malware.
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Plug and scan.
USBs and other external devices can also be infected by
viruses and malware. Use your security software to scan them.
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Use a firewall.
A firewall is like a guard, watching for attempts to access your
system and blocking communications with sources you don’t permit. Your
operating system and/or security software likely comes with a pre-installed
firewall, but make sure you turn on these features.
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Secure your wireless router.
Change the name of your router from the
default ID (called a “service set identifier” or “extended service set identifier”)
to a name that is unique to you and won’t be easily guessed by others. Also
change the pre-set password on your router to a new password that’s long and
strong, using a mix of numbers, letters, and symbols.
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Back it up.
Protect your valuable work, music, photos, and other digital infor-
mation by making an electronic copy and storing it safely.
Tips for a
More Secure
Home Network
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SAVE THE DATE!
RTC’S 66TH
ANNUAL MEETING
Add RTC’s 66th Annual Meeting
to your calendars.
Thursday, June 22, 2017
4 Bears Event Center
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5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Registration and meal
•
6:30 p.m.
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