Rother District Council

Expert advice for everyone

Millions of UK Internet users are putting themselves at risk of attack from Internet criminals because they don't understand threats to their computer or the ways to protect against them. These are the findings of a new campaign called 'Get Safe Online' launched today in London to tackle this serious problem.

As threats from organised Internet criminals grow, new research from Get Safe Online has found that over three quarters of the UK's population (83%) don't know enough about protecting themselves online.  In fact 42% of the population just rely on friends and family for online safety advice rather than finding expert information for themselves.  

The Get Safe Online website provides information that will help you protect yourself against internet threats. The site is sponsored by government and leading businesses working together to provide a free, public service.

The site is well written in plain English and has a 10 minute guide for beginners.

to help you find the right information, the website is split into three sections;

1. Protect your PC

• Stop viruses
• Block hackers
• Avoid spam email
• Backup data
• Keep strangers out

2. Protect yourself

• Advice for parents
• Protect your privacy
• Buy and sell safely
• Avoid scams
• Safe online banking

3. Protect your business

• Employee training
• Data Protection Act
• Write a plan
• Find help and support
• Control access to data

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