Security and Protection CyberSecurity, Consumer Protection, Fraud, Scams etc
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Resources and Information
- CyberTipline - National Center for Missing & Exploited Children - Plus Additional Reports and Information
- Federal Trade Commission - Consumer Protection against a wide variety of Unfair and Deceptive Practices in the Marketplace
- On Guard Online - Free Online Security Tips, Guides, Videos, Publications and other Resources
- Enough is Enough - Protecting Children and Families Online
- Cyber-Safety for Children and Youth - Information, Tips and more from District Attorney of Texas
- Phone and Email Scams - FTC - Limiting Unwanted Calls and Emails
- Identity Theft - Tips and Resources for Prevention and Recovery
- Consumer Information - Consumer Protects, Scams and Frauds, Housing, Insurance, Banking, Investments etc
- Protecting Kids Online - Wide variety of info on Parental Rights and Online Safety from the FTC
- Stop. Think. Connect. Campaign - National public awareness campaign from Homeland Security to increase public understanding of cyber threats and make the internet a more secure experience.
- Scam Alerts - Links to the most recent Scam Alerts from the FTC
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) - Information on COPPA for Parents
Additional Information
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- Internet Safety 101 - Ultimate Guide to Keeping Kids Safe Online
- Social Media Cyber-bullying: - Online Safety and Security Tips for Children, Teens and Young Adults
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