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Course OverviewLearn the basics about Social Networking and Security – the sky’s the limit with these tutorials, tips, and tricks.  Target AudienceAppropraiate for All

Course OverviewIf you want to create your own web content, you need to know HTML, or have an application or service that will handle the HTML for you. This video describes the options you have: write your HTML, use an application that creates the HTML for you, or a web service that creates the HTML behind the scene. Target AudienceAppropriate for All

Creating Your Own Web Content

Course OverviewA lot of discussions happen online with social media and discussion boards. This video explains how to join the conversation through Facebook or Microsoft Support boards.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Participating in Social Networking Part 1

Course OverviewYou can't go online without seeing blogs, whether it's a full web blog or a micro-blog. This video shows you how to find blogs on WordPress or TypePad, or sign up for a micro-blogging service, like Twitter. You also learn about instant messaging.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Participating in Social Networking Part 2

Course OverviewOne great reason to be online is to video chat with friends and family. Video chatting allows you to actually see each other. This video explains how video chatting works as well as one service you can use, Skype.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Using a Webcam

Course OverviewApplications are programs that let you to do something useful or fun on your computer. This video explains how to find out which applications are already installed on your computer, as well as how to install and remove applications.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Installing and Removing Computer Applications

Course OverviewWhen your computer is connected to the Internet, or even to a network, it is at risk of someone accessing it, which can compromise your data and applications. This video explains some of those security risks and explains how you can make your computer secure..This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Understanding Computer Security

Course OverviewYour computer is a machine that, like any machine, has itsquirks. This video explains what conditions it likes so you can keep it running efficiently.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Protecting Computers from Natural Risks

Course OverviewA good password helps you protect your computer and accounts from other people. This video gives you tips on creating strong passwords. It also discusses how to let your operating system update itself and keep your computer safe through a firewall and antivirus software. Target AudienceAppropriate for All

Protecting Computers from Human Threats

Course OverviewYou can take simple steps to keep your computer safe by adjusting a few computer settings. This video explains how to adjust your Internet browser's settings as well as encryption options.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Adjusting Computer Settings to Increase Internet Security

Course OverviewYou should always use common sense when sites ask you for private information. This video explains when it's okay to give private information and when it's not. This video also explains In Private mode, which allows you to browse without leaving any trace on your computer.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Browsing the Web Safely Part 1

Course OverviewIt's always best to use caution when you're browsing online. This video gives you some easy to follow tips so you stay safe online.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Browsing the Web Safely Part 2

Course OverviewThe Internet isn't just about selling physical items. There's an complete industry based on buying and selling private information — including yours. This video explains how companies sell your information so you don't fall prey.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Why Personal Information is Big Business Online

Course OverviewAdvertisers can target you online through the use of cookies. This video explains how cookies work and how you can disable them if you don't want to be tracked.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Dealing with Targeted Advertising Online

Course OverviewWhen a criminal finds enough of your personal information online, your identity can be stolen. This video explains the precautions you can take to avoid that happening.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Avoiding Identity Theft Online

Course OverviewThere are a few simple things you can do to keep as private as possible online. This video explains two ways: In Private mode and the Privacy setting.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Increasing Your Privacy on the Web

Course OverviewChildren are especially vulnerable to online predators. This video gives you pointers on how to ensure your children stay safe online, so they can have fun.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Protecting Children from Online Threats

Course OverviewEven if something is online, it's most likely someone (or a company) owns the rights to that information, whether it's a YouTube video or a WordPress blog post. This video discusses intellectual property and how to stay on the right side of the law.This video forms part of the course Digital Literacy - Social Networking &amp; SecurityTarget AudienceAppropriate for All

Respecting Intellectual Property Online

Digital Literacy - Social Networking & Security

Prositions, Inc.

Digital Literacy

Safe web browsing

Effective Networking Techniques

Cybersecurity awareness

Dark Web Exploration

Identify Security Terminology

Understand network security protocols

Being safe when browsing the internet is difficult to do, unknowingly we can give out personal information and allow ourselves to fall prey to theft. This course covers the basics of cyber security for everyday use in social media and networking.

Digital Literacy - Social Networking & Security

What you'll learn

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