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Dr. Keen
Cyber Defender & Diagnostics Lab Technician
Dr. Keen is in charge of Diagnostics and has the equipment and knowledge to fix most computer related problems.
Abandoned by her computer hacker parents when she was a child, Dr. Keen focuses on helping others overcome the attacks of cyber criminals just like her parents.
You can't direct the wind but you can adjust the sails
- Anonymous
French fries
Interests:Inventing, watercolor, playing fetch with Scout
Scout
Cyber Defender & Dr. Keen's robot assistant
Scout is in charge of keeping the Cyber Defense Force's security measures up-to-date. His computer brain carries fixes to most security and computer problems that can be administered at any time.
Scout is always eager to help make Cyberspace a safe and fun place.
Memory chips
Interests:Fixing computers, making antidotes for malware, playing fetch
September 22 2008
Cyber Defense Tip: Online Gaming Safety Tips
Online multiplayer games make it possible to play with people of all ages from all over the world. Many people who regularly play online games form online friendships with other gamers that can last for years. While they can be even more fun than offline games, there are a few important things to remember when you are playing them.
- Follow safe online communication practices - Because you can communicate with other players in online multiplayer games by chatting or sending messages, you should follow all the rules for safe online communications and practice good netiquette. Don't share your personal information or your account information with other players. This is especially important because you never really know who the person you are playing with is. If someone asks for your account information or is being a cyber bully (in games they are called griefers), report them to a game moderator.
- Make sure you register properly - Some online games require you to register and may have a monthly fee, so have a trusted adult there with you when you are creating an account. It's also a good idea to set up a separate email account just for your games to keep from cluttering your email account's inbox with game messages. Your trusted adult should also have access to this account in case there are any payment issues.
- Use a strong and safe alias - Try to choose a strong and safe alias when you are making your avatar. Keep in mind that people might treat you differently depending on your avatar's appearance.
- Keep your software up-to-date - Many online multiplayer games are constantly being developed and expanded, but sometimes new content can have bugs in it. Remember that online games are software, too, so be sure to update your game software when prompted. Report any bugs to the game developers.
- Remember to take a break - Sometimes it's easy to lose track of time when playing an online game. I know, I've spent many late nights playing World of Warcraft with my online friends, only to regret it the next morning when I'm tired and my back aches. Remember to take a break from online games, especially if they are making you frustrated or upset. Go play outside, spend some time with your family and offline friends, and try out some offline games too!
posted by Dr. Keen
topic: Cyber Defense Tips
September 8 2008
Cyber Defense Threat: Online Game Cheating Software
Most online multiplayer games have cheaters in some form, though it can be hard to prove. Players will use hacking software designed to give them an unfair advantage over other players, often because they just don't want to take the time to develop their skills. Unfortunately this can ruin the game for everyone else who is playing by the rules.
Hacking software can break the rules of the game in a variety of ways, including:
- Allowing a player to gain knowledge or information that they would ordinarily have to earn or reveal, such as maps with secret locations already marked on them, or the ability to see through walls
- Modifying a player's avatar so that they become invulnerable, can use items not normally available for their level, or appear invisible to other players
- Modifying the game so that players can do things they normally wouldn't be able to do, such as teleporting to different locations instantly or flying
- Installing bots that can target or attack automatically without the player having to use any of their own skills
The most effective way to catch an online game hacker is to have other players report them. If you think someone is cheating in an online game, you can report them to the Game Moderators to investigate. If they are caught cheating, their account will be cancelled and they will be banned from the game.