Information security guide

The Information security guide site provides information on the safe use of the internet

The Information Security Guide at the onlinesafety.fi website provides useful tips and instructions which will make Internet use as easy and safe as possible.

The site offers information and guidance for internet home users and includes a special section for small and medium-sized companies.

The Information security guide site has security-related information on the use of the internet. For example, tips are given for the safe and smart use of network services and software related to the use of the internet. Also, the site covers online threats, such as malware, data break-ins and online scams, as well as how to prevent these.

The site gives advice on how to connect a new computer safely to the internet and how users of portable or used computers should see to the information security of his or her computer.

In addition, the site has a check list for how to use online service in a smart manner. The check list includes advice on

• the use of online stores and banks;
• use of the e-mail;
• critical approach to searching information; and
• technical information security.
  

The Safer Internet Day is held annually in February

The Safer Internet Day is a joint project of more than 30 public administrations, organizations and companies coordinated by FICORA. The National Safer Internet Day is held annually in February. The objective of the day is to improve the citizens' smart and safe use of the internet.