Paulla Bennett

CIO, YRDSB, passion for technology that enables equitable and global learning for our students.

[Paulla Bennett @Paulla_Bennett]

@GregoryRyman Love this book!

[Paulla Bennett @Paulla_Bennett]

@TabariSoussan @ChrisRDale Congrats Soussan, you have always been a champion for technology enabled learning. Wishing you all the best!

[Get Cyber Safe @GetCyberSafe]

It might feel like kids are teaching you more about the internet these days than the other way around but that doesn't mean they're experts (yet).

#GetCyberSafe together by showing them how they can stay safe from online scams like phishing: https://t.co/x89aGJPZF6

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Not responding to a #cyber-bully isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength. You're doing your mental health and well-being a big favor by not engaging in bullying scenarios. Be prepared to walk away from your device. Your reaction is exactly what the bully is after!

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Keep your home network safe. Learn how at https://t.co/lNIkC8cKLK #CSAM2021 #SecureHomeNetwork

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

12 Quick Privacy Tips for Parents from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada @PrivacyPrivee https://t.co/YoqPh0TKvT

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Define pwn, /pōn/, verb: Utterly defeat an opponent; completely get the better of.
Have you been pwned? This neat site tells you if your email or phone number have been part of a security/privacy breach. Surprise! #CSAM2021 https://t.co/hFdp3lR20b
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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Once malware gets into your device, it can take weeks until the damage is done. Pay close attention to (and don't dismiss!) notifications/popups and unusual activity on your device. Those could be the first symptoms of a bigger compromise. #CSAM2021 #malware
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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Public Wi-Fi is flexible, convenient, and can help you save on your mobile data usage, but using an unsecure public network can bring increased risks. https://t.co/5VwqEzAoWv

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Just like a habit of physical hygiene, cyber security hygiene is creating smart habits that keep you safe online. Never reuse passwords across accounts, keep your privacy settings in-check, keep your devices updated. #CSAM2021 #security #privacy
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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Never dismiss update notifications on your devices. These updates close security gaps and patch vulnerabilities that were discovered by the device's manufacturer. #CSAM2021 #software #update #patch #vulnerability #security
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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Use multi-factor authentication to make it more difficult for cyber criminals to access your devices and accounts (i.e., biometrics-fingerprint scan, face recognition, text, email). https://t.co/gUGVZITeHU

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Remember to never mix your personal passwords with your YRDSB ones. Mixing passwords makes the hacker's life easier! #CSAM2021 #Password #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth.

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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Don't ignore software updates on your devices. They often contain new security features and patches for vulnerabilities. #CSAM2021 #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth https://t.co/DlFhGM9xrN

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Anti-virus software is one of the best ways to protect your computer against viruses. Here's what to look for: https://t.co/XwPzbMDYZE (YRDSB devices have virus protection software) #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #CSAM2021

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

When was the last time you checked the privacy settings of your social media accounts? 1.5 billion FB records recently went on sale on the dark web. All data was publicly shared information due to misconfigured privacy settings. #CSAM2021 #privacy #darkweb
https://t.co/ebwHB26A0X

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

The length of your password is more important than its complexity. It's nice to include special characters (!@#$.?) in your passwords, but a long phrase made of 8-10 characters is actually more powerful! #CSAM2021 #passwords
@GetCyberSafe @YRDSB

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[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Backup your devices regularly to protect your data. https://t.co/tJewxVX0l6 @GetCyberSafe #CSAM2021 #backupdata

[YRDSB Information Technology Services @ITS_YRDSB]

Malware and ransomware explained: https://t.co/olVOOPCpFh
@GetCyberSafe #CSAM2021

[Canadian Centre for Cyber Security @cybercentre_ca]

It can be difficult to differentiate what’s real from what’s fake when it comes to online stores, online tools and online information. 💻

Learn to identify fake websites, and much more: https://t.co/FuWdGe1Nle #COVID19