"Teenagers have always been formidable hackers. In fact, in recent years, some of the most high-profile and brazen digital attacks around the world have been carried out by teens. But even if you're not a hacker, you're probably still a prolific user of digital tools and social platforms. And whether you've never given much thought to your digital privacy and security or you've started to rein in your data, you can use this guide to implement basic precautions and keep operations security in mind."
"Protecting your digital privacy isn't a blanket prescription. Some people are more private by nature, and others prioritize putting themselves out there. But even if you're a 24/7 streamer, you can still think about your operations security, commonly known as opsec. What can viewers see in your room while you're streaming? Which people from your life have appeared onscreen? Could viewers figure out where you live from what they can see out your window?"
"These same types of questions can be adapted for any type of onlooker-from the tech companies that operate the platforms you use to people browsing your social media or dating profiles or a friend (FORMER FRIEND) looking over your shoulder at your phone. What Opsec Is and Why It Matters In digital operations security, "operations" are the things that make up online activity like messages, searches, AI chats, websites, photos, accounts, passwords, and so on."
Teenagers have carried out high-profile, brazen digital attacks in recent years, but most users still need operational security. Many people are prolific users of digital tools and social platforms, creating signals others can analyze. Operations include messages, searches, AI chats, websites, photos, accounts, passwords, and similar activities. Security aims for secrecy—preventing unwanted viewers from seeing private information—and availability—preserving access to accounts and data. Streamers and public profiles should consider what viewers can see onscreen, who appears, and whether surroundings reveal a location. Similar questions apply to tech companies, social browsers, dating profiles, and peers. Basic precautions can reduce unintended exposure.
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