This October marks the 20th annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and ensure that everyone has the information and tools they need to be safer online.

For many educators, the importance of safe and secure online usage is more relevant than ever. Cybersecurity incidents are on the rise in schools across the nation, and they can not only disrupt education and daily operations, but also they can leave students’ and faculty members’ personal information vulnerable to exploitation.

Take time this Cybersecurity Awareness Month to better understand how to protect yourself and others online. Here are some valuable cybersecurity tips and resources for your home and classroom:

• Read our ATPE News feature Ransomware on the Rise: What Is It, and How Can Districts and Educators Protect Themselves?
• Download a free copy of the 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviors Report from the National Cybersecurity Alliance to better understand the public’s security behavior and the actions they do, and don't, take to stay safe online.
• Use two-factor authentication to secure all of your accounts—both personal and professional—and remember not to reuse your passwords.
• Don't pass on password managers. Check out this guide to understand the benefits of using a password manager, how they keep your data secure, and where to find the right one for you.
• Connect your devices only to networks you know are safe, especially while in public places.
• Know your local district policy regarding the work-related use of district-provided and personal devices.

Join Dell and other industry experts for a cybersecurity webinar that discusses strategies and methods that can help you detect issues, respond to cyber threats, and recover from attacks.