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The use of technology and the internet has changed the way we interact, work, study and shop. Many of us appreciate and enjoy our online interactions. However, there are also many dangers lurking in the online environment. How do we navigate the ever changing rules of digital citizenship, and keep ourselves and our families safe in the online world? Read on to learn more.
Quick Facts
- The average Canadian household spends about $2,748 each year on online shopping (2018).
- The top leaked online password in 2014 was “123456”.While its use has went down since, “123456789” was recorded as the 8th worst password in 2017.
- Nearly 90% of Canadians use the internet; 86% have a broadband internet connection at home (Canada’s Internet Factbook 2018).
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