One thing we've learned is to never write down your passwords. This seems so obvious but I didn't realize how important it was until it was emphasized in class and websites. I have a horrible memory and I always write my passwords down because if I don't I never remember and have to reset it or getting it sent to my e-mail, which is just a hassle. I've realized the hassle is worth it instead of getting my credit card information, bank statements or e-mail hacked. We also learned what constitutes a safe password, such as making it at least 6 characters, using upper and lowercase and both numbers and letters.
I once saw a TV show where a wife spied on her husband by tracing his keystrokes to track his e-mails. I thought this was so unrealistic until we learned in class that there actually is spyware to trace that. Then, when I was filling out my FAFSA information, I saw a real life application. Instead of typing in my social security number, the website offered a keyboard on the screen that allowed the mouse to click on the numbers so keystrokes couldn't be traced.
Privacy is a huge issue and keeping your identity safe. I didnt know they offered an online keyboard. I think thats a great idea because it will probably help people more and more and I think it's something that they could start using more often on other websites as well. Theres always people out there trying to find passwords and steal your information. Technology is so advanced and we have to learn to be very careful with what information we distribute.
ReplyDeletePrivacy is very important for me,sometimes, I want to create complicated passwords, but I am afraid I cannot memorize it, so my experience is to choose easy but symbolique passwords that nobody can guess but only I know.
ReplyDeleteOur privacy is private to a certain extent. The Government can find out any information that they want. So you can take the extra measures to avoid regular citizens gaining access.
ReplyDeleteComputer privacy is a very important thing. Without it anyone could hack into your private files, and steal anything available to them, even your identity. This thought is more scary to me then just a pure monetary theft, as this way thieves may not only take your money, but your reputation also. All of this is relevant, but at the end of the day Ms. White is right in saying that "Privacy is private to a certain extent" as the government can and will find any information that they need.
ReplyDeleteAnna, I completely agree with you about privacy. I was just like you in that I previously had never taken any steps to protect myself online. I kept all my passwords saved on my computer as well as a physical copy of all my passwords. I just assumed nothing would ever happen to me, now after seeing so many examples of what could happen I have completely changed my online habits.
ReplyDeleteI never really put a lot of thought into security, but I guess I need to start. I don't really have much important information that i need to hide, but that doesn't mean I want people to look at my information. Password upgades are my main problem. I never take the time to really put any thought into my passwords. I will now.
ReplyDeleteI think thats really cool that FAFSA offered that service! Just geos to show their committed to preserving their 'clients' information. I always try to make a password that has some very obscure personal meaning, and put 2 or 3 numbers in the middle. I have learned it is better to have the #'s in the middle instead of on the ends!
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