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Now in its 17th year, Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights the importance of empowering individuals and organizations to better protect their part of cyberspace in an increasingly connected world. The theme for this year's observance is Do Your Part, #BeCyberSmart. 

Cyvbersecurity Awareness Month -- observed every October -- will focus on the following areas:

October 1 and 2: Official kick-off for the month

Week of October 5: If You Connect It, Protect It

The first week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will highlight the ways in which internet-connected devices have impacted our lives and will empower all users to own their role in security by taking steps to reduce their risks.

Week of October 12: Security Devices at Home and Work

Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will focus on steps users and organizations can take to protect internet-connected devices for both personal and professional use.

Week of October 19: Security Internet-Connected Devices in Healthcare

The third week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will delve into the industry (hospitals, care facilities) and consumer (telemedicine patients) implications of internet-connected device use and what steps both can take on their part and #BeCyberSmart.

Week of October 26: The Future of Connected Devices

The final week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month will look at the future of connected devices. This week will look at how technological innovations, such as 5G, might impact consumers' and business' online experiences. No matter what the future holds, every user needs to be empowered to do their part.

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