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Internet Security (Illegal Downloading (Risks of downloading illegally…

- - - - When downloading anything, there is always the risk of giving a hacker access to personal information. Hackers use low-security websites that people use to gain access to private information such as social security number, address, phone number, etc.
    - - Another risk of downloading things illegally is downloading an unknown virus. With the advances in technology comes the advances in viruses. When people download media or documents off of low-security websites, they also run the risk of downloading viruses. These viruses are targeted to break and slow down computer software.
    - - When downloading things illegally, in most cases it is against the law. An example of this is piracy of movies. When movies are downloaded illegally and sold at lower prices it is called piracy. People can be fined thousands of dollars as well as face jail time if they are caught downloading movies illegally.
- - - - Use a complex password.
      - Change password often.
      - Never save password on Google.
      - Use two-factor authentication.
      - Log out of account when done.
      - Don't give out password.
    - - Encrypt the hard drive.
      - Install updates as soon as they become available.
      - Back up data frequently.
      - Avoid clicking suspicious links or responding to unknown emails.
      - Install or activate firewall.
      - Disable remote access.
    - - Use secured wireless networks.
      - Download programs only from reputable sites.
      - Learn to recognize fake websites.
      - Avoid sites without "HTTPS" URL.
      - Avoid file sharing services.
      - Shop only on secure sites.