Spam Email

We sometimes receive Emails in our Junk or Spam folders that are obviously fake, but we can also sometimes receive what appears to be a genuine Email from companies, friends or fellow u3a members.

How can you tell if emails are genuine and what should you do?

National Cyber Security Centre How to Spot Scam Emails, etc... gives advice on the key things to look for in fake communications. You can also add the WhatsApp Ask Silver Tool into your WhatsApp and paste a screenshot of the email into it to get feedback.

• If the sender is someone you recognise and the message looks suspicious then this can be someone pretending to be them, hiding their real Email address, called Spoofing. How to ID Email Spoofing
• It could be that the senders account has been "hacked" and the message is phishing for your details.
• In both cases, DO NOT REPLY OR CLICK ANY LINKS, contact the sender via phone or another method.
• If you think your email account has been compromised then immediately change your passwords for that account and in Apps that use that account.
• If you think this is from a Stone u3a member then you can forward a copy to webmanager@stoneu3a.net
  
  See Clicking a Spam or a Text link, what happens, what can I do ? for information and help.

Online Safety

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Local Learning Resources

Ability Net, a pioneering UK charity transforming the lives of older and disabled people and also working with organisations of all types and sizes to build a digital world that is accessible to all, offering free training and support with locally based staff.

Web based Learning Resources

Protect yourself with trusted cyber security guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre. Learn how to secure your devices, safeguard personal data, and stay secure online.

What you can do with the NHS App

With full access you can:

• Order repeat prescriptions and nominate a pharmacy where you would like to collect them
• Book and manage appointments
• View your GP health record to see information like your allergies and medicines (if your GP has given you access to your detailed medical record, you can also see information like test results)
• Book and manage vaccinations
• Register your organ donation decision
• Choose how the NHS uses your data
• View your NHS number
• Use NHS 111 online to answer questions and get instant advice or medical help near you

How to use QR Codes

See our QR Cheat sheet for advice on how to Create, Use, & Print QR Codes Safely

Applying for a Blue badge online

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Digital Landline Switchover

See AgeUK and Abilitynet for more information

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