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[VPNs come in handy](https://www.telus.com/en/blog/smarthome-security/vpn-online-protection?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_vpn) by masking your online activity and location when you're surfing.  
Basically, your internet traffic passes through the VPN, which cloaks your info, making it harder for others to 👀👀👀 and gather info on you online (even when using unsecure networks).

**VPN stands for Virtual Private Network**

[A great password](https://www.telus.com/en/about/security/strong-passwords?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_passwords) is longer than 15 characters and should combine letters, numbers, and symbols with random words or phrases. Sometimes these can be hard to create and remember, but a password manager from [TELUS Online Security](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_overview) can help you out.

**purpl3Fr3nch!Fri3$! is the winner here**

Which of these is   
the strongest   
password?

[Firewalls are like digital gatekeepers.](https://www.telus.com/en/about/security/device-security-safety?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_device) They monitor incoming and outgoing internet traffic and help protect you from being hacked or having virus/spyware installed without you realizing.

**Firewalls are** 🔥

What exactly does  
a firewall do,   
anyway?

It may be a phishing attempt — a type of cyberattack where deceptive emails, texts, or websites try to get you to reveal personal or financial info. These messages are designed to look legit, [so learn more about identifying them correctly here.](https://www.telus.com/en/support/article/spot-a-spam-message?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_spam)

**Think before you click those links**

Have you ever   
opened a  
 link from an   
unfamiliar email?

The dark web is a hidden layer of the internet. You can't find it via search engine, but instead need special software to access it. It's simpler to remain anonymous and untraceable on the dark web, which means cybercriminals love it.  
Curious to see if your email has made it to the dark web? [Check here for a free scan.](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security/detection?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_dws)

**Sounds spooky 'cause it can be**

Two-factor authentication is an extra security feature on top of your username and password. It ensures that even if someone _does_ have your password, they typically [won't have access](https://www.telus.com/en/support/article/my-telus-2-step-verification?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_verification) to the unique code or your personal device that'll let them log in. 💪

**And we hope you have it on**

What's it called when   
you provide two pieces   
of info before you log   
into your account?

Luckily, [protection and detection measures can be taken](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security/detection?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_dws) to make it less likely for hackers to reach into your virtual wallet.

**Yup,** [**almost half**](https://www.cpacanada.ca/en/the-cpa-profession/about-cpa-canada/media-centre/2023/february/cpa-canada-fraud-survey-2023)

What percentage   
of Canadians have  
experienced some sort of   
fraud in their lives?

Data sanitization is when you deliberately and permanently remove the data on a device so it's not recoverable. It's important to do this in case the USB stick or drive gets stolen and your personal info (or selfies) get into the wrong hands.

**Delete, delete, delete**

If you lend your kid   
an old USB stick you once used at work, what does it mean to "sanitize" it first?

Malware means "malicious software," and they're designed to harm or compromise networks or devices without the user knowing. [Learn how to help protect yourself here!](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security/prevention?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_prevention)

**RAT, TROJAN, and WORM are all malware.**

If your computer isn't  
properly protected, it can  
be infected with malware.   
Which of these is NOT  
 malware?

Skip the questions that can be found super easily with a social media search. Anyone can figure out things like family members' names, hometowns, and schools! Instead, choose something that [isn't as obvious](https://www.telus.com/en/about/security/strong-passwords?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_passwords), harder to find, or something only you would know the answer to — like your fave teacher.

**Go with the less obvious**

Which of these   
is the strongest  
 security question?

You've used the same password since you were 12, and your go-to security question could use some updating.  
Hackers might love you, but it's definitely time to end that relationship. No worries, we're here to help you through that breakup. [Learn how TELUS Online Security can help protect you online here.](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_overview)

Your identity and devices could definitely use some defending!

Your two-factor authentication is turned ON and you only _sometimes_ answer the mysterious prince emailing you asking for money. Not bad! You're not as likely to get hacked with a few of the measures you have in place, but you could still use a boost. [Learn how TELUS Online Security can help protect you online here.](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_overview)

computer pop up that says "Open New Mail"

You know a thing or two about keeping things secure online.

Look at you go. Your passwords are super long and complicated, and we can definitely tell. You're out here VPNing, firewalling, _and_ two-factor authenticating — nice! And while being hacked is less likely because you're killin' it in the cybersecurity game, it can _still_ happen. 😥 Unfortunately, cybercriminals are constantly finding new ways to steal your personal info. [Learn how TELUS Online Security can up your online protection game and provide support if your identity is stolen!](https://www.telus.com/en/online-security?cmp=ref_buzzfeed_tos_overview)

computer pop up that says "super important information"

You keep your stuff on lock!

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Hey, I'm Matthew Moniz. I review all things tech on my YouTube channel here. Because I have a ton of gadgets, I've had to learn a thing or two about keeping them, myself, and my data protected.

It's super critical to protect your identity online, so I wanna see how much you know when it comes to online safety! Take this quiz to find out.

Identity theft can happen to anyone, but we don't want it to happen to you! Thankfully, TELUS Online Security is here to help make sure you do more LOLing online, and less FMLing.

Learn more about how to better protect yourself online, and take a free dark web scan while you're at it, too!

Find Out How Easy You Are To Hack By Taking This Quiz

Hey, I'm Matthew Moniz. I review all things tech on my YouTube channel here. Because I have a ton of gadgets, I've had to learn a thing or two about keeping them, myself, and my data protected.

It's super critical to protect your identity online, so I wanna see how much you know when it comes to online safety! Take this quiz to find out.

Identity theft can happen to anyone, but we don't want it to happen to you! Thankfully, TELUS Online Security is here to help make sure you do more LOLing online, and less FMLing.

Learn more about how to better protect yourself online, and take a free dark web scan while you're at it, too!

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