ZDNet: Top 5 security practices in staying safe online: From the experts

What are the best five ways to stay safe online? Security professionals weigh in with these quick tips.

The top ways to stay safe online

Cyberattacks are on the rise and they range from phishing and scams on social media to high-profile assaults against companies. For the average consumer, knowing where to turn and how to keep your digital identity safe can be a minefield of solutions. But what do you truly need to know? In a recent Google research paper, security professionals were asked what the top five ways to stay safe online are, and these are the tips they offered.

Published: July 23, 2015

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