If you see a link at the top of your Facebook page to “simple security tips,” please don’t be alarmed that it could be a scam. It is a genuine link to new Facebook security advice.
A large number of YoVillians play YoVille through Facebook, and many worry about their Facebook account security- and especially the risks of having their YoVille accounts breached as a result of someone accessing their Facebook accounts. It now looks as though Facebook has finally come up with an easy to understand guide, which hopefully will benefit many players, especially those who are new to Facebook, and supported gaming.
Facecrooks, a reputable site which advises on internet safety & security, has published an article which explains all, but here is a step-by-step guide showing you what to look out for.
The initial link looks like this:
When you click on the simple security tips link you will be taken to another page, which looks like this:
As you can see, the page contains a short video from a member of Facebook’s Security team, along with three of the most important basis security tips.
There is also a link to Advanced Tips which when clicked, sends you to a page which looks like this:
You can also read about the latest security updates.
We at YoRehab are very pleased to see Facebook taking steps to educate their users on security issues which affect more than just Facebook itself. Hopefully this will result a safer online experience for everyone.
We also wish to thank Facecrooks for continuing to bring us up-to-date advice on staying safe in all aspects of the internet, not just gaming.
Are you internet-safe? Does your account security concern you in any way? Has Facebook done enough to reassure you? Please leave your comment in the box below.
