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One Step Ahead: Almanac Security Tips - 2013

In each issue, Penn's Journal of Record, The Almanac publishes helpful tips and hints for dealing with information security and privacy matters. This page is a collection of all those published thus far.
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Table of Contents (view all)

Spring Cleaning Your Office? Know What to Do with E-Waste
Keep Your Identity Safe When Filing Taxes This Year
Why use Penn+Box when Storing Data in the Cloud
Mobile Device Security - 3 Recommendations for Cloud Users (Hint: That's You!)
Be Aware of QR Code Risks
It’s Data Privacy Month: Update Your Facebook Privacy Settings and More
How Are You Celebrating Data Privacy Month?
Stay Secure while Working on Public Wi-Fi Networks
Protecting Your Finances During This Year's Holiday Shopping Season
Cloud and You
Security and Privacy Online Training & Tools
October: Free Secure Disposal of Paper and Electronics at Employee Resource Fair; NCSAM
Student Privacy - What Do I Need To Know? A FERPA Reminder
Top 10 Tips for Securing Your Smartphone or Tablet
Working Off Campus? Some Tips to Consider


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Fun, Free Online Privacy and Security Resources

Want to see some quick, free videos and other tools on top privacy and security issues? Check out the resources below. They are free to you as a member of the Penn community - and we think enjoyable too!

  • Grady the Security Dog - In this short video, Grady points to the simplest way to create a secure password: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeC_KzgPNk0
  • Privacy on Facebook - The Privacy website - www.upenn.edu/privacy/ - links to a video and written Top 10 list that describe key strategies to protect yourself when using Facebook.
  • Computer Security - Following simple steps can prevent most computer security problems. ISC Information Security has identified the Top 10 things for faculty, staff and students to ensure safe computing. View them all here: www.upenn.edu/computing/security/checklists/Top10
  • Securing the Human - Free online computer security training, addressing 26 different topics selected especially for those working in higher education, is available for all Penn faculty and staff. Each module is only a few minutes long and delivered through the Knowledge Link home page (http://knowledgelink.upenn.edu). Contact your Local Support Provider, who can request access on your behalf from Information Security.
If you have questions or feedback about any of these free online resources contact security@isc.upenn.edu or privacy@upenn.edu. If you are unsure who your local support provider is, visit www.upenn.edu/computing/view/support/

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