This September, the Alberta RCMP is providing tips to help avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.

Cybercrime refers to criminal activity in which the Internet and information technologies, such as computers, tablets, and mobile devices, have a substantial role in the commission of a criminal offence.

To help avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime, practice the below tips:

- Use strong passwords: Avoid simple, easily guessable passwords and use a unique password for each account. Consider using a password manager that can store and manage your passwords.

- Enable multi-factor authentication: Add extra security to your accounts by enabling multi-factor authentication whenever available.

- Update software: Keep your operating system, browsers, and applications up to date to avoid security

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