--- title: "Cyber Security: Crucial for Senior Living" description: Cyber security is much needed in the internet world, and it's important to learn about cyber safety. 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[There are many lifestyle changes in senior living](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/blog/7-lifestyle-changes-to-expect-when-choosing-a-senior-living-community), you do not want your lifestyle to be compromised by online threats. Here are some ways to practice cyber safety: - Utilize Cyber Security Software Cyber security is there to help.  Run security scans to make sure there's no suspicious activity on your computer.  - Email or Spam? If an email requires urgency, but doesn't quite seem right, take a step back and evaluate the situation. [If it's from a company you are familiar with, call the company directly to find out if they sent the email or not. ](https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/online-safety-basics/spam-and-phishing/) If they didn't send it, don't open it.  Report it as spam right away.  If it's a link in the email, it could be a way to get personal information[.](https://staysafeonline.org/stay-safe-online/online-safety-basics/spam-and-phishing/)  Again, don't click on the link-  put the mail in your spam folder. - Create Strong Passwords In order to make sure your accounts won't be hacked, a strong password is key. Mixing capital and lowercase letters along with numbers helps to keep your online accounts secure.[ The ideal length of a strong password is 12 characters. ](https://www.protectseniorsonline.com/resources/cybersecurity-best-practices/) Make the password unique, something only you would know!   - Be Careful With What You Share Online [Releasing too much information on the internet (such as Facebook) can ultimately leave you in a vulnerable spot.](https://www.protectseniorsonline.com/resources/cybersecurity-best-practices/)  For example, sharing that you'll be on vacation for a week can leave your home in danger. 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