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{Welcome to CT.gov/Cybersafe}
CT.Gov/Cybersafe was launched by Governor M. Jodi Rell to help residents learn more about using the internet safely and responsibly. It is maintained and offered as public service by the State of Connecticut Department of Information Technology. We hope you find CT.Gov/Cybersafe a useful tool to stay safe online.
Getting Started
New! Identity Theft Resources
Download this poster of Governor Rell's tips for protecting against identity theft.
An estimated 500,000 to 700,000 Americans become new identify theft victims each year, according to the FBI. The Department of Consumer Protection has an array of resources for you to learn more about how to protect yourself.
This web site, sponored by the Federal Trade Commission, is a one-stop resource to help you protect yourself from identity theft.
Identity Theft Resource CenterŽ (ITRC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the understanding and prevention of identity theft. The ITRC provides consumer and victim support as well as public education.
Resources for Parents, Educators and Students
If your child uses blogging or social networking sites, this resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has a wealth of information
Tips from the National Cyber Security Alliance
This website teaches children to safely navigate the Internet through a virtual playground with Faux Paw the Technocat. It also includes storybooks, an animated video download, and educational games.
The Center has published a site on the topic of online dangers, including a section for parents and guardians on "What to Watch for and What To Know." The site also includes a special section for teens, and an online game called "ID The Creep" to raise awareness of the dangers on online chat rooms, instant messaging and more.
Netsmartz was created by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Boys & Girls Clubs of America. It offers a wide variety of additional resources including the "online lingo" guide for parents to understand the acronyms kids use when communicating online, suggested internet safety pledges of kids of different ages, and real life stories of kids who met danger online.
This brochure (pdf), produced by the FBI Crimes Against Children Program, includes useful information for parents, including signs that your child may be at risk.
General Information
Internet Hoaxes and Urban Legends, Identity Theft and Cyberbullying
The US-CERT, a partnership between the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the public and private sectors, coordinates defense against and responses to cyber attacks across the nation. The US-CERT Reading Room offers resources for both home and business users, on topics such as securing your computer, protecting yourself against spyware, and even online signup for cyber-security alerts.
This center has prepared a easy reference guide to cyber-security matters. Password tips, how to recognize common scams and more information are here at your fingertips - select these links to download the brochure or read the online version. Consumer Online Safety
The Federal Trade Commission links to consumer publications and alerts concerning cybersafety.
Quick tips to protect you and your family from internet fraud. The site also includes links to an online internet crime reporting form.
Small Businesses
Department of Homeland SecurityDownload the "Common Sense Guide to Cybersecurity for Small Business" and access other information of importance to business owners.
On Guard-Online
OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
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