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InfraGard is an information sharing and analysis effort serving the interests and combining the knowledge base of a wide range of members. At its most basic level, InfraGard is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the private sector. InfraGard is an association of businesses, academic institutions, state and local law enforcement agencies, and other participants dedicated to sharing information and intelligence to prevent hostile acts against the United States. InfraGard Chapters are geographically linked with FBI Field Office territories. Learn more about InfraGard
- Coppell ISD to sponsor internet safety, cyber bullying program
Special FBI agent Aaron Covey of the bureau’s Dallas division will present a program on Internet safety and cyber bullying from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Coppell High School lecture hall.
Hosted by the Cottonwood Creek PTO, the program is designed to inform parents about what they need to know about today’s online world.
“This program is essential for parents with children of any age, from young adults who are surfing experts to toddlers not yet active on computers,” said Gene Liese, Cottonwood Creek Elementary PTO public relations director.
- Fordham Students Test Cyber Security Skills in War Games
Computer and information science (CIS) students at Fordham honed their computer defense skills on July 21 and 22 at an electronic cyber security competition held in New York City.
The students, who were called “blue cells,” were assigned to defend computer systems from cyber attacks made by other teams, which were known as “red cells.”
Blue cells received points based on their ability to keep attackers from gaining access to protected databases, obtaining vital information and shutting down defense systems.
Stay Safe Online
Internet security and safety awareness play a critical part in helping to protect adults, teenagers, children, small businesses and our nation’s critical infrastructure from cyber crime. Through resources, materials, and events, National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) aims to instruct the public on simple and effective security and safety precautions they can take to stay safe online. Visit staysafeonline.org
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