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    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go
    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go
    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go
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    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go

    By Scott Lewis

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    More and more in the society we live in today, there has become a huge need for education regarding online security, internet security, internet safety and computer security. I’ve found that most stay at home moms are dedicated to protecting their family in all aspects of life, but few know how to protect their families from online threats. After reading this book you will be well educated about your family’s online security risks and how they directly relate to you and your family to make certain you are never at risk. This book will show you ways to thwart Identity Theft as well.
    I am certain that as a stay at home mom, you are on the go constantly at home and away from your home. While at home, you are busy teaching, playing, comforting, etc. While away from home, you are shuttling your children here and there, playing at the park, going to museums, out to eat, shopping and the sort. Either way, you should not have to worry about online security best practices. You have many other things to do.

    This book will detail specific ways you can protect yourself and your family regarding online security in a straightforward step by step fashion without the need to be a super techno nerd.

    According to the website http://www.statisticbrain.com, there were 16 million households that have had serious virus problems in the past 2 years and 1 million households that lost money or had accounts misused by phishing attacks through email. These statistics are from the US alone. Local and national news channels seem to report each day on identity theft, information stolen from individuals, data breaches on companies large and small, Wi-Fi used for illegal purposes, computers stolen at the workplace and even on playgrounds and fast food restaurants. As an Information Security Officer, it is my job to manage these types of threats each day. With that being said, I am going to walk you through exactly how to protect yourself from all of the above with easy to follow step by step instructions.

    The need for online security becomes even greater while you are traveling and on the go. We seem to let our guard down a bit because we are thrilled about our time on vacation, going to the park or simply the coffee shop around the corner. Either way, we must stay alert and do the small things that will help keep us safe.
    After helping numerous stay at home moms, it became evident, they were the ones responsible for issues related to the Internet, computers, tablets, phones and other devices. Having had very limited prior training, they struggled with computer and online security issues and the disturbance and damage it caused for their families.

    Through these support experiences, I saw a definite need to share my knowledge with others just like YOU as the matriarch of your family. This is why and how this book has come to fruition.

    However, anyone that travels and/or uses a computer, smartphone or tablet will learn what steps to take to protect themselves from online security threats.
    The book has been written in story form so that the information can be brought to life in a realistic fashion. I will give you scenarios of real life situations and show you exactly how you can avoid them.

    Topics covered include:

    1. Why and how to stay safe on Public Wi-Fi

    2. Why and how to create strong passwords

    3. Why you should stay muted on Social Networking Sites while out of town, at the playground or shopping

    4. Why you should not use Hotel business center computers

    5. Why and how to encrypt your laptop and desktop computer

    6. Why and how to use and setup a VPN on your laptop to stay safe while on Public Wi-Fi

    7. Why it is important to have an RFID Wallet to ensure that someone cannot steal the information from your credit card

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherScott Lewis
    Release dateMar 16, 2014
    ISBN9781311591876
    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go
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    Scott Lewis

    H. Scott Lewis has been working in the Information Technology field for the past 20 years and directly in Information Security for the past 5 years. He is currently an Assistant Vice President and Information Security Officer for a financial organization.He is also a member of Infragard, which is a partnership between the FBI and private sector. Members represent individuals from law enforcement, Homeland Security, Department of Justice, academic institutions, financial organizations, local government and others. These individuals work together to share information in order to combat cyber security more effectively. He is also a member of the Mississippi Cyber Security Working Group, headed by the Mississippi Department of Homeland Security.He has seen a developing need for education on all topics in the realm of online security. It is his hope that this book will help you to stay safe while living parts of your life on and through the Internet. If you have a specific question, please send him an email through the contact form on my website.Thank you so much for visiting my bio page!Stay Safe Out There!Scott

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    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief -7 Secrets to Online Security for Stay at Home Moms On the Go - Scott Lewis

    Knockout Punch for the Identity Thief

    7 secrets to online security for stay at home moms on the go

    Scott Lewis
    Copyright 2014 by Scott Lewis
    Smashwords Edition

    No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in retrieval systems, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recorded or otherwise without written permission from the author.

    Although the author has made every effort to ensure that the information in this book was correct at press time, the author and publisher do not assume and hereby disclaim any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause.

    Some of the links in the above are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

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    Table of Contents

    Introduction

    Chapter 1. Not All Wi-Fi Is Created Equal

    Chapter 2. Password Protection

    Chapter 3. Me Quiet On My Social Networking Sites While On Vacation? You Are Kidding, Right?

    Chapter 4. Don’t Use Hotel Business Center Computers You Say? But They Are FREE To Use!

    Chapter 5. Encrypt My Hard Drive??? That Sounds Like Something From An Alien Movie And It Certainly Sounds To Hard For Me To Do!

    Chapter 6. VPN….What The Heck Is That? Am I Talking In Star Wars Klingon Language?

    Chapter 7. Lastly, Be Stylish With Your Brand New RFID Wallet!

    Conclusion

    About The Author

    One Last Thing

    Introduction

    More and more in the society we live in today, there has become a huge need for education regarding online and computer security. I’ve found that most stay at home moms are dedicated to protecting their family in all aspects of life, but few know how to protect their families from online threats. After reading this book you will be well educated about your family’s online security risks and how they directly relate to you and your family to make certain you are never at risk.

    I am certain that as a stay at home mom, you are on the go constantly at home and away from your home. While at home, you are busy teaching, playing, comforting, etc. While away from home, you are shuttling your children here and there, playing at the park, going to museums, out to eat, shopping and the sort. Either way, you should not have to worry about online security best practices. You have many other things to do.

    This book will detail specific ways you can protect yourself and your family regarding online security in a straightforward step by step fashion without the need to be a super techno nerd.

    According to the website http://www.statisticbrain.com, there were 16 million households that have had serious virus problems in the past 2 years and 1 million households that

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