Introduction to Cyber Security

Multiple Choice

Digital Security includes tools to secure your identity, assets, and technology in the online and mobile world.

• True

• False

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Your Digital Footprint is not affected by the emails you send.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Cookies are large files stored on a user’s computer.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

• Trojan horse

• Worm

• Adware

• Firewall

Multiple Choice

People write malware only for criminal activity.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

One of the goals of malware is to gather data about you and what you do/like.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

What do phishing scams attempt to do?

• Sell you products at a discount.

• Trick you into giving out personal information.

• Improve your computer's performance.

• Provide free software updates.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about online information is correct?

• Online information is always accurate.

• Online information is always unreliable.

• Online information should always be verified for accuracy.

• Online information is always provided by experts.

Multiple Choice

What is a digital footprint?

• A type of malware.

• A trail of data you create while using the Internet.

• A physical mark left by a computer mouse.

• A password encryption method.

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How can information about you be tracked?

• Through your technological devices.

• Only through handwritten documents.

• Information cannot be tracked online.

• Through verbal conversations.

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How can we protect ourselves? (Brainstorm below)

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a way to keep safe online?

• Using simple passwords.

• Sharing your passwords with friends.

• Using a strong password.

• Writing your passwords on a sticky note.

Multiple Choice

What happens when you reply to SPAM emails?

• Your email address remains private.

• Your email address is confirmed as valid.

• You receive fewer SPAM emails.

• Your computer's performance improves.

Multiple Choice

What makes a strong password?

• Using only lowercase letters.

• Using combinations of upper and lower case letters, characters, and numbers.

• Using your name or birthdate.

• Using common words found in the dictionary.

Multiple Choice

When should backups be performed?

• After downloading new software.

• Shortly after completing a virus scan.

• When your computer crashes.

• Only when you remember.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not recommended for staying secure online?

• Using strong passwords.

• Pirating software to avoid paying for it.

• Making frequent backups.

• Avoiding replying to SPAM emails.