Tips

Tip – Remember to update apps from the Microsoft Store

We have provided a tip to system updates here Tip – Windows 10: A guide to the updates.  But system updates do not include all additional applications installed on your computer.  Some may need to update when they are run such as Firefox or Chrome.  Others may need to be updated manually. On a Windows computer,

Tip – Get started with an Authentication App

Verifying username and password login with an additional confirmation step is called two-factor or multi-factor authentication and greatly increases security. Two-factor authentication is now a requirement for many web accounts and services, such as receiving a confirmation code via text when online banking. Below we will explain how to set up an Authenticator App, but

Tip – Family tech agreements

With children looking forward to transitioning to technology focused schools, now is a great time to introduce families to the concept of family tech agreements. Esafety.gov.au provides templates for both under 5s and lower primary years: Family tech agreements | eSafety Commissioner. Help your parents set the right approach over the summer break with these

Tip – Scan your PC with Windows Security

You do not need a subscription to an antivirus product to scan your Windows computer for malicious files.  Windows 10 and Windows 11 both have an antivirus scanner built into Windows Security .  WINDOWS SECURITY  You can launch the Windows Security app by Start -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security and select

New resource hub for Young Children in Digital Society

Young Children in Digital Society is a new online hub, bringing together evidence-based resources and information for early-childhood educators. Developed in collaboration with children, families, and educators by researchers and organisations interested in helping young children live well and safely with digital technologies. The resources explain practices that children and their adults can do using

Tip – Phishing emails directly targeting you and your workplace

Please be alert to phishing emails targeting you in your workplace with accurate personal and staff information. Be on the alert for unexpected email claiming to be from your boss or workmate. Be on the alert for unsolicited email addressing you by name. Be on the alert for casual email requests like, “Can I talk

Tip – Hijacked email

Cybercriminals attempt to gain access to an email account (highjack) so that they can use it to send spam or phishing emails, steal information and use the account to attempt further attacks. How do I know if my email account has been hijacked? Warning signs that someone has hijacked your email account could include: Receiving

Tip – How to set up mail filter rules in webmail

Filters and rules are actions you can set up in your email to automatically sort or organize incoming emails based on certain criteria. This can help manage a busy inbox by automating tasks such as moving emails to specific folders, flagging mail as read or important, or forwarding them to another address. If you have

Tip – How to set up automatic forwarding in webmail

If you need to place a forward on your kindergarten.vic.gov.au address, our helpdesk can assist you or you can set up the forward yourself in webmail. How to place a support request to set up a forward Email forward requests to support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au, state the full address of the mailbox to be updated and the full

Tip – How to change your webmail password

When you log into webmail you can change your webmail password from Settings. Note: If you have the account set up in Outlook, you will need to re-enter the new password next time you start Outlook. If the same address is also used for sending email from your photocopier, the scan-to-email service may stop functioning

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