Tyler Tech Podcast

The Latest On Staying Cyber Diligent at Home

Episode Summary

October is Cybersecurity Awareness month, but being cyber aware is something we must be every day. Cybersecurity subject matter expert Max Greene is back to give us the latest on the threat environment, plus give us the latest tips on remaining cyber diligent at home and on all of our devices. Do I really need a strong password? What about two-factor authentication? Did I really win a $100 gift card like the text I just received indicates? Find out on Episode 39 of the Tyler Tech Podcast.

Episode Notes

October is Cybersecurity Awareness month, but being cyber aware is something we must be every day.  Cybersecurity subject matter expert Max Greene is back to give us the latest on the threat environment, plus give us the latest tips on remaining cyber diligent at home and on all of our devices.  Do I really need a strong password?  What about two-factor authentication?  Did I really win a $100 gift card like the text I just received indicates?  Find out on Episode 39 of the Tyler Tech Podcast. 

Here's Jeff's notes from Max on staying cyber diligent at home:

  1. Designate certain devices for certain activities (ex: business use vs. personal use)
  2. Use your VPN (virtual private network)
  3. Use a strong passwords
  4. Use two-factor authentication
  5. Hover over links and use the "first forward slash, two dots back" rule to see where the link is taking you

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