October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Google has shared some tips to keep you safe online which is has become important in our daily lives.
The theme for this year’s cybersecurity awareness month was “Do Your Part #BeCyberSmart” which empowers people to own their role in protecting their part in cyberspace.
“We have intensified efforts to raise awareness about internet insecurities and empower audiences with tools and resources to help them stay safe online — particularly kids because they are the most vulnerable” says Agnes Gathaiya, Google Country Director for Kenya.
“I am thrilled to announce the launch of How to be Safe Online, a story book for kids. Kids are now exposed to more screen time as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The book is our labour of the need to protect kids from online risks — now more than ever”.
In keeping with this theme, Google has offered 10 safety tips that you can use when you are online.