> use a password manager (1Password is the best) to generate (and supply/remember) and maintain and protect secure long passwords. Do not store passwords in any browser, but especially Edge / IE.

I'm not bothered about wifi because it's got full WPA2, pw protected, and I live in a woodsy neighborhood where sniffing just doesn't happen.

> Do not use Edge / now unsupported Internet Explorer. Under any circumstances.

> use a malware wall such as Malwarebytes or at least Windows Firewall, and run its scans at least every couple of weeks.

> use a malware/ad site blocker extension like Ghostery in your browserS.

> use incognito mode if accessing a potentially shady or unknown site.

> regularly "clear your cache".

I use a Mac, so no need to bother with encrypting the hard drive. (I don't think so).

> Don't use Zelle to transfer money. Stick with Venmo, or just don't.

> Set up a passkey for bank accounts online. If they don't support it AND don't "do" MFA, use a different bank.

> Change your financial passwords periodically. Easy to do and manage with 1Password.

> Don't randomly click on sites linked in Microsoft store to get software like NotePad ++. Without a Ghostery in line, immediate mal/scareware can pop up. Know where those links are taking you!

+1 on freezing your credit, freeze/stop money transfers from your investment accounts and making sure your partner or a solid family member is your backup contact on everything.

FC