Parents utilize various digital devices to manage household activities, communicate, and provide entertainment and education for their children. Each type of device comes with specific security measures that can help protect both parents and children from potential online threats.

Here are the different kinds of digital devices and their respective safety measures:

Computing devices like Desktop & Laptop

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    Regularly clean the system: Gently wiping screens, keyboards, and other device surfaces with a soft cloth to remove dust and fingerprints, ensuring devices stay hygienic and functional.

    Organizing power cables properly: Organizing power cables properly for children means neatly arranging and securing cables to prevent tripping hazards and ensure safe and easy access to their devices.

    Setting BIOS password: restart the computer, enter the BIOS setup by pressing the designated key (like F2, F10, or Delete) during startup, navigate to the security settings, and follow the prompts to create and save a new password.

    Place your system properly: Keep your computer in a well-lit and ventilated room with proper power connections

    Logging out or locking the computer: Always ensure to log out or lock your computer when not in use, to prevent sneaking or unauthorized access.

    Avoid spillage on devices: Avoid having food or water while working on system to avoid spillage

    Ensure proper posture: Ensure to use a desk and chair that helps to sit in an upright position to avoid stress and strain.

    Avoid physical damage: Be careful while carrying or handling your laptop in school, college or while travelling to avoid accidental drops/falls or damages

    Used cushioned bags: Use properly padded/cushioned bags for carrying your laptops.

    Used accessories for protection: Use screen guard and laptop cover to protect laptop from dust and damage.

    Cable Locks: Use cable locks to secure laptops to desks or other stationary objects.

    Safe Storage: Store laptops in locked cabinets or drawers when not in use.

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    Shut down properly: Shut down the computer after closing all the applications after finishing the activity

    Switch off after shutdown: Switch off the power supply after shut down ◦ Use strong password Set a strong password for your computer

    Update system: Ensure to update the system with updated software patches

    Safe game downloads: Don't download games or apps from untrusted websites.

    ◦ Avoid Public wifi: Do not use use public or open wifi while using laptops while travelling.

    ◦ Antivirus Software: Install reputable antivirus software to detect and remove malware.

    ◦ Enable Firewall: Enable firewall protection to monitor and block suspicious network activity.

    ◦ User Accounts: Create separate user accounts for each family member with appropriate permissions.