ICDL - COMPUTER & ONLINE ESSENTIALS - QUIZ # 1

What is described in the sentence below?

This is a method that makes information unreadable for those who don't have access to the information.

• Spoofing

• Spamming

• Jamming

• Encryption

Which one of the following is an online activity that should be undertaken on a secure web page?

• Searching Google

• Watching a movie online

• Playing online games

• Purchasing online

Which one of the following searches should be used to find the exact phrase below?

• Galway -Art -Museum

• "Galway Art Museum"

• Galway?Art?Museum

• <Galway <Art <Museum

What is the purpose of a Digital Certificate?

• Protect against attachment on emails

• Establish credentials when doing business on the Internet

• Encrypt the Cookies on the PC

• Protect against bad software

What does https indicate in the web address?

• Viruses have been scanned

• Transaction of super fast data

• Secure transaction of data online

• Confidential data

Which one of the following is advisable when viewing online information?

• Only use recommended sites by friends

• Accept all information given without checking its validity

• Check the referencing to ensure sources are valid

• Accept the first page of search results only

Which one of the following actions would help to prevent children from having uncontrolled access to the Internet?

• Up-to-date anti-virus scanner

• Allow all cookies to be stored on the PC

• Use the latest web browser on the PC

• Set up the browser so that access is restricted to certain sites.

What does SMS stand for?

• Smartphone Message Service

• Short Message Service

• Small Memory Stick

• Streaming Music Solutions

Which one of the following best describes VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol)?

• Using your voice to control the PC

• Recording your voice for an audio book

• A phone service delivered through an Internet connection

• Text messages sent via the smartphone

Which one of the following best describes why you should NOT disclose any personal confidential details on any social media networking sites?

• This information will violate the terms and conditions of many websites.

• The information is difficult to delete once it is given out.

• The information can be used by others to steal your identity online.

• The information can affect your PC systems.