Use Strong Passwords and Two-Factor Authentication (And Don’t Share Them!)

These prompts are designed to stop them from doing this.

Keep your work and private lives separate by using different email accounts and profiles for each.

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The most effective way to do this is to createseparate user accountson your system.

you’ve got the option to set a passcode on youriPhone or iPad, or yourWindowsorAndroiddevices.

If your gadget is stolen, you should remotely wipe it if it is supported on youriOSorAndroiddevice.

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The best way to do this is to contact them via another communication method.

Avoid unknown sources of apps and stick to Apple, Android, and Windows App stores whenever you could.

Commercial antivirus suites offer additional functionality likeVPNsfor extra protection.

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Don’t Panic!

If something isn’t working as expected on your rig, stay calm.

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