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How do you know if an email is legitimate? Here are ten easy ways to be sure. (Photo: Getty)
Keeping safe online

How can I tell if an email is spam?

How can I tell if an email is spam?

How do you know if an email is legitimate? Here are ten easy ways to be sure...
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Got a question about staying safe online?

Got a question about staying safe online?

Ask here to get an expert answer!
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How to spot a scam and keep your information safe

How to spot a scam and keep your information safe

Whether it’s on Facebook, over the phone or via direct message, there are ways you can keep yourself safe and stay vigilant.
Older adults were the most frequent victims, with losses for those over 65 rising by over 13.3 percent to $120 million in 2023. Source: Getty Images.
Keeping safe online

Australians called upon to report and share their scam experiences as part of Scams Awareness Week

Australians called upon to report and share their scam experiences as part of Scams Awareness Week

As part of Scams Awareness Week (August 26-30), Australians are being urged to speak out against such malicious activity, report scams, and share their experiences as one expert emphasises the importance of recognising the warning signs of financial scams.
By being proactive, staying alert, and being careful, we can strengthen our online security and keep our personal information safe from cyber threats. Source: Getty Images.
Tips

Navigating the digital world safely: Expert tips for cybersecurity

Navigating the digital world safely: Expert tips for cybersecurity

In an age where the digital landscape is as much a part of our lives as the physical world, ensuring our safety in cyberspace has become paramount. With cyber threats evolving constantly, it's essential to arm ourselves with knowledge and tools to protect against potential dangers.
Using your mobile device for banking transactions is actually as safe, or safer, than carrying around a bank passbook.
Everyday money

Why digital banking is as safe as your branch

Why digital banking is as safe as your branch

Your passbook sure never offered this level of security!
If your elderly parents are stuck indoors, why not help them get to grips with online shopping and digital entertainment. Source: Shutterstock.
Keeping safe online

Avoid the shops: Help elderly parents stay safe and entertained online

Avoid the shops: Help elderly parents stay safe and entertained online

More older Australians are relying on online shopping after being urged to stay at home by the government due to the outbreak of Covid-19.
Stay safe online on ‘National Cyber Security Awareness Week’
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Stay safe online on ‘National Cyber Security Awareness Week’

Stay safe online on ‘National Cyber Security Awareness Week’

This week, from the 20 to 24 May is Cyber Security Awareness Week. Lucky for us, one of our regular Starts at Sixty writers, Nan Bosler is a National Ambassador for Cyber Security Week, so she tells us everything we should know about staying safe online......
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