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Technology Safety Resources

Technology Safety Resources

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Help for LCSD1 families and students to stay safe online, recognize scams, protect personal information, and know where to report concerns.

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Explore important topics to help protect your family online.

  • Phishing is when someone tries to trick you into sharing personal information like passwords, financial details, or account access. These messages often look like they come from a trusted source such as a school, bank, or company.

    Common warning signs:

    • Urgent messages asking you to act quickly
    • Requests for passwords or personal information
    • Suspicious links or attachments
    • Email addresses that don’t match the sender

    What to do:

    • Do not click links or download attachments from unknown or suspicious messages
    • Verify requests by contacting the organization directly
    • Report suspicious messages involving LCSD1 accounts to the Service Desk

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  • Social media can be a great way to connect, but it also comes with risks related to privacy, bullying, and inappropriate content.

    Tips for staying safe:

    • Only connect with people you know in real life
    • Review and adjust privacy settings regularly
    • Think before posting—content can be permanent
    • Avoid sharing personal details like location, school, or contact information

    For parents:

    • Talk regularly with your child about online behavior
    • Know which platforms they are using
    • Encourage open communication about concerns or uncomfortable interactions

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  • Your personal information—such as passwords, Social Security numbers, and financial data—should always be protected.

    Best practices:

    • Use strong, unique passwords for each account
    • Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) whenever possible
    • Avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive activities
    • Be cautious when entering personal information online

    What to watch for:

    • Fake websites that look legitimate
    • Requests for information via email or text
    • Data breaches that may expose your information

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  • Keeping devices secure at home helps protect your family’s information and prevents malware or unauthorized access.

    Simple steps to stay protected:

    • Keep devices updated with the latest software and security patches
    • Use antivirus or built-in security tools
    • Secure your home Wi-Fi with a strong password
    • Set up parental controls where appropriate
    • Avoid downloading apps or files from unknown sources

    For families:

    • Create shared expectations for device use
    • Keep devices in common areas when possible
    • Regularly review apps and permissions

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Protect Yourself on the Internet

The LCSD1 Department of Technology has identified important resources to protect the identity of you and your family. Remember, your identity is your most important asset, so it is your responsibility to protect it. Please note that inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement, expressed or implied, by LCSD1.

Phishing

Phishing is an attempt by an individual or group to solicit personal information from unsuspecting users by employing social engineering techniques. Phishing emails are crafted to appear as if they have been sent from a legitimate organization or known individual. These emails often attempt to entice users to click on a link that will take the user to a fraudulent website that appears legitimate. The user then may be asked to provide personal information, such as account usernames and passwords, that can further expose them to future compromises. Additionally, these fraudulent websites may contain malicious code.

If you or your family has been the victim of this type of attack at home, contact law enforcement. If you have been the victim of this type of attack with an LCSD1 account, contact the service desk at servicedesk@laramie1.org or call 307-771-2242 during normal business hours.

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Tips for Online Safety

Tips for Online Safety

  • Ask your kids to think about who they want to see pictures/info online.
    • Should complete strangers see it? Real friends only? Friends of friends?
  • Know the sites your kids visit and their online activities
    • Ask where they're going, what they're doing and who they're doing it with.
  • Stick with your real friends
    • Connecting with friends online can be a lot of fun—but when you don’t know someone in the real world, you can’t be sure who they are.
  • Consider if what you post is appropriate
    • Posting a picture only takes a second but the consequences could last a lifetime with social media.
  • Don’t open files or click on links sent by strangers
    • Opening an email or a file from someone you don't know could expose your device to spyware or a virus that could get your personal info.
  • Sexting - Don't Do It
    • People who create, forward, or even save sexually explicit photos, videos, or messages are putting their friendships and reputations at risk. Worse yet, they could be breaking the law.