Phishing is a way for cyber criminals to send a malicious link or attachment download to retrieve confidential data (credit cards numbers, account information, etc.) or infect machines with malware. Read the 6 Tips To Avoid Phishing Attacks from Forbes to learn how to protect yourself.

1. Asking for Personal Information is a Red Flag - Treat E-mails requesting personal or financial information with suspicion

2. Check the Sender's E-mail Address 

3. Watch for Links and Attachments - Hover your mouse over the text of the hyperlink to verify the link is to a legitimate website and ALWAYS be cautious when downloading attachments

4. Typos Are a Red Flag - Phishing E-mails usually contain spelling errors, poor grammar, ugly text layout, etc.

5. When In Doubt, Contact the Supposed Sender

Last month's Tobin Bulletin was about Surge Protectors.  Here are a few points from it:

-Most expensive is NOT always the best and you should buy according to what you need to protect

-Note the number and type of ports you'll need

-Note the type of devices you'll plug into the surge protector

-Read warranties and equipment insurance carefully, and check your local fire codes for surge protector safety tips

For more information, here is the full bulletin.

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