Sue has used hundreds of patterns and this list of issues are ones that pattern designers can use to make the lives of their customers easier to follow their instructions. We’ve had over 240 guests on the podcast and while we’ve discussed accessibility Sue Stoney identified a few gaps that we needed to discuss further. Sue discusses using technology to make sewing more accessible. Tuesday 19 October 2021: Sue identified a few gaps in our discussion about accessibility in sewing podcasts. The Australian Cyber Security website has some practical ways you can protect yourself online. They’ve published some useful factsheets on topics like copyright, unauthorised use of your image, legal issues for bloggers, copyright infringement, takedown notice regarding copyright, social media for artists, filming with a smartphone, that include copyright laws. Cyber scams such as ransomware are on the rise with hackers gaining control of your data and demanding ransom before returning it to you.’ Go to their Cyber Security Awareness page for more details.
A good time to be reminded of our cyber security needs, especially as we’re all receiving more and more fake emails and texts to track deliveries, take up marketing offers and what not. As the the Arts Law of Australia states, ‘October is Cyber Security Awareness month. The Arts Law of Australia recently published helpful information this month. Most reputable websites provide step-by-step instructions for how you can recover a hacked account. your bank account, email, online shopping account or social networking site) has been compromised, you should change your password immediately. If you think one of your online accounts (e.g.
If you think your computer or device has been hacked or infected with malware or ransomware, use your security software to run a virus check if you think your computer has been compromised. An easy place to start is via eSafety Commissioner’s website with their eSafety guide. Identity theft occurs when someone uses another person’s personal identifying information, like their name, identifying number, or credit card number, without their permission, to commit fraud or other crimes. This information about phishing will help you figure out when you’re being scammed. Here’s a link to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s Q&A on Scams and Identity theft.