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Be alert to the latest news on websites that are famous for suspicious or labeled as "bad sites".
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Limit the number of people who can use your personal computer and set your own password for your computer if it has this facility.
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Never access Internet trading platform from a public computer such as those in the cyber cafe.
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A fake website which looks genuine by using similar graphics and domain name to those of the legitimate website. Double click the tiny padlock or key icon  shown on your browser to check the digital certificate of the website. The certificate should be issued to the genuine domain name/ organization and have a valid date.
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Only open emails or attachments from known sources. Only download software from trusted sources.
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Always verify the domain name displayed on your browser's website address line or access websites through your browser's bookmarks.
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Do not disclose your passwords to anyone (including our staff) and avoid recording it in your diary or computer.
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We never inquire your personal passwords through any channels and if you are requested to disclose your passwords, please contact us as soon as possible.
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Change your passwords regularly.
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Always disconnect from the Internet when not using it.
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Please visit the following links to obtain further information:
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Hong Kong Monetary Authority
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www.info.gov.hk/hkma/index.htm
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Technology Services Department
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www.infosec.gov.hk/english/general/protect/index.htm
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Hong Kong Police
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www.info.gov.hk/police/hkp-home/english/tcd/
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