The Internet is an important tool for learning, research, and communications. It's a way to meet new people and keep in touch with existing friends, but there are risks and dangers. Keeping yourself, your computer and your identity protected is essential if you want to enjoy a safe Internet experience. Discover more about viruses, spyware or any other Internet dangers and ways to keep yourself safe online, secure your computer and protect your identity.
- Socialize Safely Online: Online communities like Facebook and MySpace have helped students at Georgetown and other colleges and universities connect in many positive ways. At the same time, there are some cautionary lessons that have emerged from participating in online communities.
- Protect Your Identity: Georgetown University is committed to educating our community about the threats associated with identity theft. Identity theft is a criminal offense and it happens every day to unsuspecting people all over the world.
- Computer Security: Attacks against networks and computer systems have risen dramatically each year. What you may not know is that there are malicious groups that are dedicated to bypassing computer security and exploiting your workstation for financial gains.
- Email Phishing: Have you received "strange" e-mails asking you for your e-mail username and password? Do these e-mails look like they are coming from a legitimate source? Think again, you may have been phished.
