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Singapore Government Agencies Cutting Internet Access Internally for Employees due to Cyber-Security Concerns
The announcement was made by the chief executive of Cyber Security Agency of Singapore, David Koh, to communicate and address the concern of the citizens related to the decision of disallowing internet surfing on office computers to public servants, as the government wants to further tighten the security of work related emails and other shared documents.
 Employees will have internet access on their phones that they can use for their personal use like for surfing the web. Also, they are allowed to share any non-sensitive emails on their personal account, if there is a need. There will be an issuance of dedicated work terminals for those who need them for work related operations.
Cyber Security Agency of Singapore have taken out time to defend its decision and to explain why this internet lockdown was so essential for the benefit of national security. David Koh defined this decision taken by the Singapore Government Agencies on cutting internet access, as a crucial step for safeguarding the sensitive data of citizens.
The Importance of Cyber Security
To further shed light on the importance of cyber security among the audience, the CEO of Cyber Security Agency of Singapore added that cyber security serves as a key enabler for any nation. He added that a nation cannot be considered smart, trusted and resilient, if its systems are vulnerable and unsecured. The reason presented by the Singapore Government Agencies on cutting internet access and tightening the cyber security was due to the constant attacks of state actors, cyber criminals and gangs on the cyber security of the country.
The government declared that limiting web surfing for the employees would reduce the overall rate of cyber crime, while making it harder for the hackers to gain access to the internal network of the government. They added that it is the part of their duty and responsibilities, as a public servant to protect the data of the citizens.
Companies to be Protected with Firewall, Anti-Virus and Back-up Solution
 To protect against data breech, it is crucial for companies to ensure that their business is secure and data are safeguarded. Businesses must use a fully structured approach to attaining not only cyber security but also cyber resilience.
You need to backup important files as often as you can to prevent intentional data theft. You should also ensure that if important files are stored on a system, you should protect its internet connection through the use of an efficient firewall as well as an antivirus suite. |
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Check & Update Browser Version to Prevent Security Vulnerabilities
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Why should you update your browser:
- Higher security - more secure from virus, malware, and other security issues
- Improved design interface - E.g. larger page-viewing area.
- Speed of browser - faster page-loading.
- More compatible to new functionalities
How to check & update your browser version (click image to view steps):
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Internet Explorer
1. Click top right corner 'settings' icon
2. Click 'About Internet Explorer' to check and update browser version
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Google Chrome
1. Click top right corner 'settings' icon
2. Click 'settings'
3. Click 'about' at the left side of the screen to check and update browser version
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Mozilla Firefox
1. Click top right corner 'settings' icon
2. Click on the 'question mark' icon symbol
3. Click 'About Firefox' to check and update browser version
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