## Quick wins

In the three cases, you see that each situation requires specific measures to ensure proper handling of personal data. However, there are also a number of general quick wins: simple adjustments to your learning activities that ensure a great deal of added security. This page contains a brief overview.

### What can you do now?

Below, you will find seven relatively simple actions that significantly reduce the risk of data breaches. We advise each educator to implement them where possible.

Privacy filter: a special type of foil that can be used on any laptop or desktop screen. It reduces the viewing angle, safeguarding data from prying eyes, which is useful, especially if you travel extensively for work. Search for 'privacy filter laptop' to find a suitable type.

Webcam cover: prevents unauthorised viewing from your webcam. A webcam cover is a 'small lock’ that is easy to install and can cover the webcam completely, if desired, making unauthorised viewing a thing of the past. search for 'webcam cover' to find a suitable type.

Encryption of the hard drive: encryption protects the data on the drive from unauthorised access, as the drive can be easily removed from your laptop and be effortlessly read by a PC. BitLocker Drive Encryption is a good option for Windows, and FileVault will get the job done on Macs.

Terms of service (ToS) reader: many online services have included provisions in their ToS as to what they can do with your data. There are add-ons available for your browser to facilitate assessment of these often lengthy ToS documents. These add-ons provide additional information about the risks you may encounter when using the service.

Anti-virus software: good anti-virus software and regular system updates are essential to prevent malicious attacks and unauthorised access to your computer or laptop. This software keeps your computer clean and secure.

Anti-tracking and anti-cookie software: web browser software that analyses cookies and provides information on what these cookies do and blocks harmful cookies. This software also checks whether a party is ‘tracking’ and collecting information about you, which it may pass on to third parties.