With more and more people using the Web for work and for fun, it is important to ensure everyone clearly understands how to safely navigate the Internet and protect themselves from scammers and criminals. In October, Microsoft is teaming up with the Washington, D.C.-based National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and others to help raise awareness of cyber security and promote good online safety habits. The effort is part of the second annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Along with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Microsoft, the NCSA and others will feature entertaining and educational programs, events and initiatives throughout the month, targeting home users, students (K-12 and higher education) and small businesses.
To learn more about National Cyber Security Awareness Month and what consumers can do to stay safe online, PressPass spoke with Ron Teixiera, executive director of NCSA, and Scott Charney, chief security strategist and vice president of Trustworthy Computing at Microsoft.
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