Course: Student IT Induction , Section: Staying Safe Online - Cyber Security

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    Student IT Induction

    For Attended Diploma/HND/BSc/MSc courses

    • Getting Started With Your RBGE User Account

      When you join RBGE as an MSc, HND, BSc or Diploma in Herbology (Attended) student, a user account will be created for you, giving access to our cloud services; library facilities and others. Please follow the steps below so that everything works as smoothly as possible for you. 

      See the Help section at the bottom of this page if you get stuck.


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Staying Safe Online - Cyber Security

  • Staying Safe Online - Cyber Security

    • Digital safety - some key tips for staying safe online

      • Keep your devices and software up-to-date
      • Avoid/Spot phishing attacks and online fraud
        • Phishing is when a criminal tricks you into downloading malware or tries to steal your information
        • If you are unsure about a link in an email, do not click anything. It could be an offer of something for free or a person pretending to be your bank, for example. Do not open any attachments from an unknown contact.
      • Lock your devices, set up multi factor authentication
      • Back up your data
      • Use unique passphrases for each of your accounts
      • Manage your digital footprint / social media safety

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      Top Tips for staying safe online URL
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      Police Scotland online student safety guide URL

      As part of your induction training, you are required to review this guide from Police Scotland. This will equip you with information and advice which will increase your awareness and prepare you to be able to identify potential frauds and prevent the loss of your valuable data to those intent on stealing it.

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      Police Scotland Online Student Safety Guide - (PDF version) URL
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