Internet Safety For PhD Students

Dec 29, 2022 Image credit: Unsplash. Dr Tushar Chauhan

PhDs have to research constantly on the Internet, hence their safety matters. Here are some of the tips for PhD students on Internet Safety.

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Safe Browsing

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Privacy Setting

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Don’t share

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Use only HTTPS Website

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Check the SSL

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Secure Internet Connection

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Downloads

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Careful

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