New device for Christmas?

Have you or your child got a new device for Christmas, like a mobile phone, tablet or laptop?

Here are a few  suggestions which may be helpful to you – whether it’s a new device or an existing device.

All Falkirk pupils  are entitled to FREE Microsoft Office for use at home and on mobile devices – this works on all mobile devices and PCs (on multiple devices per person) – the following link describes how to get it

https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/fa/mobiledevices/2015/06/17/microsoft-office-free-for-all-falkirk-council-childrens-services-staff-and-pupils-with-a-glow-account/

Keeping safe – the Government’s National Cyber Security Centre has provided links to how-to guides from mobile device manufacturers to steps to keeping safe with a mobile device

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/securing-your-devices

as well as 5 Simple Steps everyone can take to help provide protection for users

https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/staying-smart-with-your-christmas-gadgets

The BBC OwnIT app has been designed to help keep children safe online. Here’s a link to more information about the app on the BBC website

https://www.bbc.com/ownit/take-control/own-it-app

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