National Cyber Security Awareness Week 6-11 June 2010

National Cyber Security Awareness Week is an annual Australian Government initiative held in partnership with industry, community and consumer groups, and state and territory governments.

It is designed to raise awareness among Australian internet users of cyber security risks and simple steps they can take to protect their personal and financial information online.

National Cyber Security Awareness Week 2010 is from 6 to 11 June. It will promote six easy tips for better online security:

1. Install security software and update it regularly.

2. Turn on automatic updates so that all your software receives the latest fixes.

3. Get a stronger password and change it at least twice a year.

4. Stop and think before you click on links or attachments.

5. Stop and think before you share any personal or financial information about yourself or your friends and family.

6. Know what your children are doing online. Make sure they know to stay safe and encourage them to report anything suspicious.

Around 140 partners will promote the messages of the Awareness Week through activities online and events in regional and metropolitan Australia.

For more information on the 2010 National Cyber Security Awareness Week go to www.staysmartonline.gov.au