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How to safely use Facebook and LinkedIn at work

Brian Jackson, ITBusiness06.23.2008
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connect -- as a less obtrusive way to reach out.

Cavoukian's office has partnered with Facebook to produce user educational materials such as a tip sheet, and a new video that will be released this Fall. Users need to think about privacy settings on their profiles, she says.

"Most people don't know that you can lock down your privacy on Facebook if you want to. Facebook has very strong privacy measures, but most people don't know about them."

Remember prospective employers are now using Facebook to investigate potential recruits, Cavoukian adds. It is best to be sparing with the information offered rather than uploading your life's story.

Reprinted with permission from ITBusiness. Story copyright 2008 ITBusiness Inc. All rights reserved.

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