Secure surfing

Many online services make life simple these days, whether it's online shopping, online banking, online games or social media, to name just a few.

Unfortunately, there are also risks in using these services that one should be aware of, such as malware or identity theft.

Apart from the previous tips for protecting against malware and protecting your IDs and passwords, the following tips for secure surfing should also be taken into consideration.

The right way to surf

• When possible, visit only websites that you are familiar with and trust. Anytime a website feels strange, close the browser.
• If you are entering data in an online form, pay attention to whether or not the transmission is encrypted. You can identify this through the "https://" at the beginning of the URL. If the "s" is missing, there is no encryption and you should refrain from entering data.
• Pay attention to the correct spelling of the address. Attackers who send fraudulent emails can easily turn www.tum.de into www.tun.de without it being apparent at first glance.
• Download software from trustworthy sources only, such as the manufacturer's Internet page.