News release: “To promote cyber safety outreach and education, the FCC recently partnered with OnGuardOnline.gov, a joint effort of 12 federal agencies and 18 non-government organizations, developed and managed by the FTC. OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical and timely tips to help consumers be on guard against Internet fraud, secure their computers, and protect their personal information. Among the recommendations that consumers should follow:

1. Use security software that updates automatically;
2. Keep operating systems and Web browsers up-to-date;
3. Keep passwords private and secure; and
4. Always back-up important files.