There are a lot of things that we shouldn’t do on the internet, like publicly post our personal information such as home address, phone number, social security number, and so on. There are also various settings on social media that protects your privacy and makes whatever you post not available to strangers.
There has also been plenty of advice given on choosing strong and secure passwords, but yet time and time again we have seen accounts hacked and have seen personal information posted online. In a bid to try and educate the public, AT&T has launched a new initiative called Digital You in an attempt to teach people more about internet security.
According to Fred McCallum, president of AT&T Alabama, “The Internet has improved how many of us study, work and play. Digital You was designed to further enhance that time online, with information that can help you be safe, secure and savvy during virtual interactions.” The program also sees the carrier team up with organizations such as Common Sense and AARP.
Amy Guggenheim Shenkan who is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Common Sense said, “The digital world presents enormous potential for our kids. The key to unlocking the promise is preparing kids to think critically and behave responsibly, respectfully, and safely. These tangible skills of digital literacy and citizenship are essential for success in life and learning in the 21st century.”