Cyber Security
What is it and Why Should I Care?
Thursday, October 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Branch
Program RoomCome join us for a presentation on Cyber Security and learn why it is so important to know how to protect yourself from various types of fraud. (Seniors)
Every day there are increasing threats to our security and privacy by internet, phone and by mail.
Come join us for a presentation on Cyber Security for Seniors and learn how you can protect yourself from scams and fraudulent activity. Learn about the most common cyber security risks and threats, what you can do to prevent your information from being hacked and what you should do if you fall prey to a cybersecurity or privacy breech. Participants will learn the importance of being cybersecurity aware and explore topics including viruses, malware and phishing, as well as data breaches/password theft, social media scams, banking fraud, and privacy violations.
Skills Learned: Creativity, Technology literacy
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Central Branch
Central Branch is the largest of Oakville Public Library’s seven locations. Located in downtown Oakville, it spans three floors of adult and children’s collections, the local and family history collections in the Oakville Room, with spacious meeting and study spaces. Central Branch also serves as the library’s administrative headquarters and shares space with Oakville Galleries. Just steps from Sixteen Mile Creek and Lake Ontario, the branch offers scenic views and a welcoming environment for learning and community connection. With a new facility slated for 2028, the new Central Branch is set to become a landmark building for Downtown Oakville. Guided by community insight, the redesigned library branch will offer flexible and accessible spaces that celebrate Oakville’s history, support lifelong learning, and promote community connections.