Wally Wise Guy's Wise Words of the Week: October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. Stay Safe Online

Individuals and business can follow a few simple steps from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to keep themselves, their identities, and information safe online:

• Set strong passwords, and don’t share them with anyone. 
• Keep your operating system, browser, and other critical software optimized by installing updates. 
• Maintain an open dialogue with your children about Internet safety. 
• Limit the amount of personal information you post online and use privacy settings to avoid sharing information widely. 
• Be cautious about what you receive or read online – if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

For more information on Cyber Security or to sign up to receive security tips, visit the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cyber Security Tips page at http://www.uscert.gov/cas/tips/.