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Mobile Phone - Security Tips |
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Keep a note of your mobile phone’s unique 15-digit IMEI number. This is
usually printed under the phone battery, or can be accessed by keying
*#06# (star,hash,zero,six,hash)
into most phones. If a mobile phone is stolen, the IMEI number helps your
mobile service provider block the phone. |
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Report loss or stolen of phone set to the concerned police station immediately
and insists for an acknowledgment. |
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Inform your service provider if your phone is stolen or lost |
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Use your mobile handset’s security lock (Pin) code. |
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Keep your mobile phone out of sight when not in use and never leave it
unattended in a public place. Don’t display mobile phones in an unattended
vehicle. |
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Never buy a second-hand phone set unless you know the seller. |
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Turn off Bluetooth when not using it. Blue jacking, where people nearby send
anonymous messages to other phone users who've left Bluetooth switched on, is
essentially harmless, but an invasion of your privacy, plus Bluetooth can drain
mobile battery power. |
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Always ensure that you connect to trusted wireless networks only. |
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WIFI and Bluetooth connectivity render your mobile phone vulnerable to malicious
attacks from potential hackers. |
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Forwarding any content, which is Pornographic in nature, is a Punishable Offence |
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Record details of your electronic serial number (ESN) of your CDMA phone. |
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Don’t give your mobile phone to strangers on the pretext of emergency situation |
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Cyber- Security Tips |
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Use an Internet firewall
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Update your computer |
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Update antivirus software. |
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Don't open email files from strangers. |
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You should never open a file attached to an e-mail or an instant message unless
you recognize the sender and you are expecting the file.
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Phishing is another threat to your privacy that could lead to the theft of your
credit card numbers, passwords, account information, or other personal data. |
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If your Web browser has been taken over by pop-up ads, or there are toolbars on
your computer that you didn't download intentionally, your computer might be
running spyware. |
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Spyware is software that collects personal information from you without first
letting you know what it's doing, and without asking for your permission. |
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You might get spyware if you download music or file-sharing programs, free games
from sites you don't trust, or other software programs from a suspicious Web
site. |
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If your computer is running Windows Vista you have spyware protection built-in. |
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Take precautions when you go wireless |
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Passwords are the first line of defense in protecting your computer from
criminals, pranksters, or a careless roommate. If you don't use a password to
log on to your computer, anyone can access your computer and unlock it.
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Don't forget Logout your account |
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