Clearview North February 2014 - Issue 147 | Page 71

BUSINESSNEWS

New campaign
urges people to be
‘cyber streetwise’
A new campaign to change
the way people protect
themselves from falling
victim to cyber criminals
has been launched by
the government.
The ‘Cyber Streetwise’ campaign aims to
change the way people view online safety
and provide the public and businesses
with the skills and knowledge they need
to take control of their cyber security. The
campaign includes a new easy-to-use website
and online videos.
With more than 11 million internet-enabled
devices received as gifts during the Christmas
period, Cyber Streetwise will help in the fight
against online criminals. People are encouraged
to protect themselves and their families online
by visiting the website for tips and advice.
The new website at www.cyberstreetwise.com
offers a range of interactive resources, tailoring
an individual’s visit to provide clear advice on
the essentials for enjoying a safe experience
online.
Security Minister James Brokenshire said:
“The internet has radically changed the way
we work and socialise. It has created a wealth
of opportunities, but with these opportunities
there are also threats. As a government we are
taking the fight to cyber criminals wherever
they are in the world.
“However, by taking a few simple steps while
online the public can keep cyber criminals out
and their information safe. Cyber Streetwise is
an innovative new campaign that will provide
everyone with the knowledge and confidence
to make simple and effective changes to stay
safe online.”
National Cyber Security
Programme

The launch of the campaign is part of
the government’s National Cyber Security
Programme and comes at a time when an

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increasing number of people use the web on
laptops, tablets and smartphones. Findings
from the government’s most recent National
Cyber Security Consumer Tracker suggest
more than half the population are not taking
simple actions to protect themselves online.
While 94% of people believe it is their
personal responsibility to ensure a ͅ