All residents and public and private sector partners should be educated on cyber threats and how to safeguard themselves at home, work and school. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is responsible for safeguarding our country's critical infrastructure from physical and cyber threats that can jeopardize our national security and economic prosperity. Our critical infrastructure depends on information technology systems and computer networks for essential operations. Because no single entity owns the Internet, cyber security preparedness is the responsibility of all Internet users.

Tips for Staying Safe Online
All citizens can follow a few simple guidelines to keep themselves safe in cyberspace. In doing so, they not only protect their personal information but also contribute to the security of cyberspace.

• Install anti-virus software, a firewall, and anti-spyware software to your computer, and update as necessary.
• Create strong passwords on your electronic devices and change them often. Never record your password or provide it to someone else.
• Back up important files.
• Ignore suspicious e-mail and never click on links asking for personal information.
• Only open attachments if you're expecting them and know what they contain.
• Additional tips are available at www.staysafeonline.org