Unit 3: Safe Browsing Practices and Identifying Malicious Websites (M2-U3)

Lesson 1: Safe Browser Usage and Updates

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Don’t Let Your Browser Be the Weak Link!

Stop letting your digital front door swing wide open!

This lesson is your call to action! We’re going to show you how to instantly lock down your browser’s defenses. You’ll discover why a simple click to update your browser closes doors that hackers are constantly trying to walk through.

We’ll also reveal the smart, simple security plugins and settings that transform your browsing experience from risky to rock-solid. You deserve to surf the web safely and securely.

let’s make it happen now!

Lesson 2: Signs of Suspicious Websites/How can we detect them?

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Ready to instantly know if a website is a fake? Scammers use simple tricks, and this lesson shows you the biggest clues so you can protect yourself. We teach you to demand the “S” in HTTPS—that tiny letter means the site is secure. If it’s missing, don’t trust it! You’ll also learn to spot the copycats by checking for misleading web addresses that are designed to look exactly like a site you already know. Finally, learn why strange, sudden pop-ups and automatic redirects are huge warning signs that something is wrong.

Stop guessing! Know the signs and browse with confidence.

Lesson 3: Phishing and Social Engineering Threats

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You are now a website detective, but scams hide in other places, too!

This section focuses on the two most common places hackers try to trick you when you are not on a website. We will show you how to spot those malicious links that get slipped into emails, texts, and social media messages. A simple click can cause big trouble, but we teach you how to check the link before you ever click!

We also show you how to recognize fake login pages and other data collection methods designed to steal your account details. You deserve to feel safe in your inbox and your messages. Let’s make sure you never fall for a hidden trap!