Internet Basics

The purpose of a website can be almost anything. What are some examples? Choose ALL the examples that apply.

• a news platform

• forum for sharing pictures

• an educational site

• advertisement

• Online library

The Internet is a global network of ____________ ____________.

• physical cables

• wireless signals

• online applications

• web browsers

You can get banned from websites for being rude. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

The things we say and do online DON'T HAVE real effects on our lives. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

One ONLINE SAFETY rule is to keep your identity a secret. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

When creating a password you should use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols. 

• TRUE
• FALSE

When BEING ONLINE, it is important to be nice to people, and respect their feeling and beliefs.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Why is it important to know ONLINE SAFETY RULES?

• Because the Internet can be a dangerous place.
• Because some strangers may try to contact you. 
• Because some people may use your information badly. 
• ALL of them 

How can you know if an email is SPAM or if they are trying to trick you?

• By opening the email.

• By clicking on the link it contains.

• By opening the document.

• By checking the SPELLING (how it is written). Strange email has errors.

Protecting what is added to your digital footprint is important because potentially embarrassing information can remain on-line ___________.

• Forever
• Until its forgotten
• Up to 6 months
• Until its removed