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Don't miss out on our exclusive tips on senior internet education tomorrow! Our experts will be on standby from 1-3 p.m. to answer your questions on internet basics, getting a good deal on service and incorporating internet usage into your day to day.

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Today we're celebrating the anniversary of the Older Americans Act by sharing our guides to internet basics, getting the best deal and internet usage.

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It's never too late to master the internet. Check out our comprehensive guide to internet basics for older adults just like you.

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For the next two hours, we'll have a real internet expert on standby to answer your questions about browsing the web, terms to know, reading web URLs and more. No question is too big or too small, so leave us a comment or shoot us a message for a personalized response to your inquiry.

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Our internet expert is still taking your questions until 3 p.m.! Don't miss your chance to get personalized help with web basics, best practices and more.

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“How do I know if my computer has a virus?” Pop up ads, mysterious messages, computer access lockouts, device freezing and slow performance and strange activity on your email or social media accounts are indicators of a computer virus.

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Shop smarter, not harder. Learn how to get a great internet deal and how to take advantage of exclusive discounts for older adults with qualifying income status.

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#DidYouKnow that home security and internet security can be one and the same? Check out some ways your internet connection can beef up your security system if you live independently.

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There are more seniors than ever on social media. Learn some dos and don'ts you need to know before you set up a new social account or to secure an existing one.

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The internet is a massive tool. Check out some ways that older adults just like you are using it.

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Would you know an internet scam if it popped up on your computer screen? Hear one retiree's experience with a tech support scam that targeted him right at home.

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Looking for more internet tips and tricks for seniors? Follow Allconnect for more advice geared toward beginner internet users just like you.

8:00 AM

Happy #SaferInternetDay! Follow our Allconnect internet experts all day long for hourly tips on why you need a social media clean up and how to promote a safer online presence for better home security.

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The youngest and oldest members of your family should be the first ones to secure their social media accounts, as hackers have been known to target both age groups to gain sensitive information.

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One of the best and easiest ways to maximize your safety online is by taking advantage of the privacy settings on your social media accounts. Don't wait to set your accounts to private.

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Set aside some time to have the internet safety talk with the kids in your household. Start by identifying the types of activities they enjoy online and put some precautionary measures in place to protect them from digital intruders.

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Putting time limits on your child's internet access can be a simple way to keep track of their online activities and prevent visual and neurological problems that can develop with excessive internet usage.

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Sorry! Your pet's name + your DOB is NOT a great idea for an account password. Learn more about what makes an iron-clad key to your social media accounts.

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A good password and username is just the first step to securing your social media accounts. Once you lock down your login, pay special attention to what you're posting and how online predators can use that information.

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Identity thieves can use profile elements like your full name (particularly middle name), date of birth, pet's names, phone numbers, your hometown, relationship status and other affiliations and hobbies to access your sensitive information.

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Next time you think about sharing that brand new 4K TV purchase, think again. Thieves admit to targeting people when they know that valuables are inside the house.

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It's natural to want to post pics from your vacation on your social media accounts, but it can be dangerous to post them while you're still on vacation. Make sure you follow our dos and don'ts to posting while you're away from home.

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It's all fun and games until someone robs your house. If you live alone, learn some simple rules to keep yourself safe and some things to avoid, including live social media updates of your whereabouts. #SaferInternetDay #socialcleanup

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Did you see a tip you'd like to share with your family? Pass along our social do's and don'ts for a safer online presence.

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Social media safety is just the first step. Learn 7 things you can do to enhance your internet security as a whole from start to finish.