CyberSafe Families

CyberSafe Vocabulary for Families:

• Parental Controls: Software or device settings that let parents monitor and limit what children can access online.

• Identity Theft: When a criminal steals personal information to pretend to be you or your child.

• Smishing/Vishing: Security scams delivered via SMS text message (Smishing) or phone call (Vishing).

• IoT Devices (Internet of Things): Everyday items connected to the internet, like smart TVs, doorbells, or gaming consoles, that can be a security risk if unsecured.

• Device Management: The practice of knowing what devices (phones, tablets, laptops) are used in your home and how they are secured.

• Strong Password Policy: Guidelines for creating passwords that are long, complex, and unique for every online account.

• FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): The federal law protecting the privacy of student education records.