TIPS FOR VEHICLE SECURITY

It is understood that a vehicle usually the second most expensive asset we own after the home. It is always a pleasure in owning and driving a vehicle but it is no pleasure at all to have your vehicle stolen. Most of the break-ins and vehicle thefts are taken place due to carelessness of the drivers in leaving vehicles unlocked, valuables in sight, etc. By adhering to following security tips you can greatly reduce the chances of vehicle thief stealing or breaking into your vehicle. Keep your vehicle safe and secure.
Preventing Theft or Break-ins:
The following tips help preventing vehicle break-ins that could lead to theft of vehicle itself or valuable belongings from the vehicles:
Try to park your vehicle open, well-lighted and populated areas near your destination.
Try not to park your vehicle near large vehicles like trucks, vans, dumpsters and other huge objects that obstruct visibility of your vehicle and also provide hiding places for the thieves.
Avoid parking near strangers loitering or sitting in vehicles.
Park at parking bay or garages where you do not have to leave your keys.
Please do not park your vehicle on the street, in an alley, or on your driveway. If you park on the street then avoid dark or isolated areas.
After parking, turn off engine, roll up all windows, lock all doors, and never forget to carry your keys with you even if you make a quick stop at a store or a gas station or in your driveway.
Do not leave your spare keys inside the vehicle and try to carry those in your wallet.
Do not keep your vehicle at unattended public places for an extended period of time.
Do not keep your vehicle at unattended public places for an extended period of time.
Never leave your car running unattended - not even in your driveway - no matter how quick the errand.
Install an alarm system that will sound when someone attempts to break in, move, tilt, or start your vehicle. Always activate the system when leaving the vehicle.
Check your vehicle if you hear the alarm sound. But don't try to stop a person attempting to break in. Get a good description of the person and call the police.
Lock your vehicle with the door lock button inside your vehicle instead of with your remote control. Thieves are now able to pick up the signals from your remote when you lock your vehicle with it.
Do not leave your driver's license in the vehicle.
Keep a record of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), License Plate Number (LPN), and Insurance Information in your wallet or purse. Also be able to provide the information listed above for any property that might be stolen from the vehicle.
Install a vehicle tracking and location system that can be activated after the vehicle is reported as stolen.
If your vehicle is fitted with an immobilizer or alarm system then activate it every time that you leave your vehicle. Make it a habit.
 
     
 

TIPS FOR HOME SECURITY

In today's society, almost anyone can become a victim of crime. Unfortunately, statistics show that people who have been targeted once are more likely to be targeted again. By far, the most common threat to our home is burglary. Having security on your Home can act as a precautionary measure to protect you against burglary and theft. Installing security can help prevent an intruder coming into your Home when unattended. There is a quick-reference checklist to help protect you and your family:
Install a burglar alarm and make sure that it is visible.
Always install good quality locks on doors and windows so that it will be tough for the burglar to break in if they have to smash the window.
If you go out even for a short time, make doubly sure that you lock up your home.
Always keep away your keys from doors and windows.
Visible burglar alarms, locks/grilles and security lighting perform as excellent deterrents for the thieves.
Put timer switches on your TV and lights so it gives an impression that you are at home when you are out.
You should cancel any deliveries such as milk, news papers when you go on holiday.
If you are going out for long vacation away from home, ask your friend or neighbor to empty your postbox.
If you can get into your home without keys, so can a burglar.
Do not leave notes on the door for service people or family members. These alert the burglars that you are not at home.
Try to fit a 'spy hole' and chain to your door so you can see/hear who is calling.
Never leave candles or other open flames burning unattended.
Douse cigarette and cigar butts with water before dumping them in the trash.
Make sure the lid stays on your trash can and store firewood and other combustibles away from home.
Install smoke detector and fire sensor with alarm on every level of your home. Test them monthly to make sure they work. Put in new batteries once a year.
Install IT-based wired/wireless Home Security System including sensors, telematics, control panel with real-time monitoring will give you a piece of mind and to protect from burglary.
The Home Security System can make you alert about any security breach or intrusion in your home via SMS and/or email and thereby help you reducing the response time for calling police/law enforcement agency for help.
 
     
 

TIPS FOR MOBILE PHONE SECURITY

A mobile phone is a valuable piece of equipment which unfortunately can be prone to theft and fraud. When using your mobile, always remain aware of the value that it has to other people.
Never leave your phone attended in public or at home.
When you are out, be aware of the surroundings and do not use your phone in crowded areas where you might feel unsafe.
Register your IMEI number with your network operator, you can make it easier for your network operator to deactivate your phone if you report it stolen, lost or otherwise misplaced.
Keep your phone locked at all times (if your phone has the menu function).
Consider insuring your phone.
Read your mobile phone manual carefully to understand what security features are available, and how you can activate these.
Enable the PIN (Personal Identification Number) security feature of your mobile phone so it can only be used if the PIN has been keyed in.
Lock your GSM phone to your SIM card. This security feature minimizes the possibility of your phone being used with another SIM card.
Install mobile tracking software in your phone to track your phone in the event of being lost or stolen.
Install mobile controller system in your phone to take backup, remotely wipe the data, and record the call log and many more that can help your data secured and inaccessible to the thief in the event your phone being stolen.
 
     
 

TIPS FOR CYBER SECURITY

 You should shut down, lock, log off, or put your computer to sleep before leaving it unattended and make sure that it requires a password to start up or wake up.
You should secure your laptop computer at all times: keep it with you or lock it up securely before you step away.
Do not keep sensitive information or your only copy of critical data, projects, files, etc. on portable devices (such as laptop computers, CDs/floppy disks, memory sticks, PDAs, data phones, etc.) unless they are properly protected. These items are extra vulnerable to theft or loss.
Install and use a firewall because that prevents unauthorized Internet traffic from entering or leaving your computer, particularly computers that are always left connected to the Internet.
Use anti-virus software and update virus definition regularly because it is required by the software to tell the program how to identify the latest threats. There are several free and very good anti-virus programs available that you can install in your computer to protect it from any threat.
You must create secure and original passwords because it is one of the easiest ways to ensure consumer’s privacy and security online.
You should update your computer(s) with the latest vendor security patches. It is estimated that almost 95% of all network intrusions can be avoided by keeping the computer system updated with the latest vendor patches.
Practice basic and safe e-mail and avoid opening e-mail attachments that contain ".vbs," ".scr," ".exe," or ".pif" file extensions. Files that end in these extensions are most likely to contain some sort of virus. Also, it's a good idea to avoid clicking on Web links in e-mails if you are unsure of their origin. Plenty of bad things transmit themselves just by convincing users to visit malicious Web sites. Moreover, avoid downloading "executable" programs because they may include "Trojan horse" programs that allow attackers to control your computer from afar, and keystroke loggers, which can record everything you type on your keyboard, including passwords and bank account numbers.
Always download and use anti-spyware software. Browse the Internet long enough and your PC will inevitably be infested with some form of spyware or adware, programs that sneak their way onto your machine by exploiting programming tricks, software flaws, or by piggybacking on "free" software packages. Furthermore, spyware and adware can slow your computer to a crawl, sap your Internet connection and snoop on your Web browsing activities.
You must back up your data periodically. You never know what you've got until it's gone. Don't wait until disaster strikes to think about backing up all those photos, documents, e-mails and other valuable personal data.
Do not install unknown or unsolicited programs on your computer because these can harbor behind-the-scenes computer viruses or open a "back door" giving others the access to your computer without your knowledge.
 
     
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