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Protect your data and stay safe online - join us in celebrating National Computer Security Day with tips and tricks for better security!
Celebrate National Computer Security Day on November 30th and take the time to ensure your devices are protected! This special day was established in 1988, when the world first began to recognize the importance of computer security. Now more than ever, it's crucial that we all stay informed about online safety measures. So let's get ready for a day devoted to improving our cyber defenses against threats like data breaches and viruses!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Computer Virus</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Creeper virus, often cited as the first computer virus, emerges, highlighting the need for computer security.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Internet</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Internet, initially a project of the US Department of Defense, goes global, marking the onset of opportunities and threats in the digital realm.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Computer Security Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Association for Computer Security launched National Computer Security Day to raise awareness about the importance of computer security.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Adoption of SSL Protocol</div><div class='timeline-text'>Netscape Communications creates SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) to ensure secure transactions over the Internet, becoming a standard protocol for security and privacy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The Snowden Reveal</div><div class='timeline-text'>Edward Snowden releases classified NSA documents, further highlighting the importance of online privacy and computer security.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Cybersecurity Threats</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite advancements in technologies, cybersecurity threats continue to adapt and evolve, reinforcing why National Computer Security Day remains as crucial as ever.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Update your software</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Updating your software regularly is the best way to ensure your computer's security. Be sure to check for updates on a regular basis and install any available updates.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Install a security suite</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Installing an antivirus and firewall can help protect your computer from malicious attacks. Be sure to choose a suite that offers real-time protection and frequent updates.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Back up data</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Creating backups of your data is important in case of a virus or other attack. You should back up your data at least once a week, or even more frequently if you have important files.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about computer security, how to recognize malicious websites, how to spot phishing emails, and how to protect yourself online.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Secure your Wi-Fi network</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Be sure to secure your home Wi-Fi network with strong passwords and encryption protocols like WPA2. This will help keep unwanted visitors from accessing your data or using your connection.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Protects your data</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Computer Security Day reminds us to take measures to protect our online data. This includes setting up strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and keeping software and operating systems up to date.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prevents cyber attacks</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By practicing good cybersecurity practices, we can help prevent cyber attacks and other malicious activities. These include malware, viruses, phishing attempts and more - all of which can have a devastating impact on businesses or individuals if they're not properly protected.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Makes the internet a safer place</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When everyone follows basic security principles, it makes the Internet a much safer place for all of us. The more secure computers we have, the fewer opportunities there are for hackers or criminals to exploit vulnerabilities in our systems - meaning that everyone benefits from taking computer security seriously!</p></div></div>
National Computer Security Day is celebrated on November 30 every year. In 2024, National Computer Security Day will occur on a Saturday.
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