L2 ICT U1 Implications of Online Communication Quiz

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of social networking?

• Photo Sharing

• Real-Time Chat

• Group Messaging

• Video Conferencing

Social networking sites are often described as a very cheap form of what?

• Email

• Telephone calls

• Communication

• Postal services

What is one of the major drawbacks of social networking websites that has received attention in the media?

• Profile enhancement

• Lack of Privacy

• Increased connectivity

• Improved user experience

What can potentially happen if privacy settings on social networking sites are not set correctly?

• Increased job opportunities

• Identity protection

• Identity fraud or bank fraud

• Faster internet connection

What is a reason for the popularity of instant messaging (IM) over other services?

• It is more expensive

• It is less accessible

• It offers group messaging

• It has a slower delivery of messages

Which app has become the main way of messaging on phones ahead of SMS?

• Facebook

• Instagram

• Whatsapp

• Email

What is one of the main advantages of real-time communication in instant messaging?

• It allows for delayed responses

• Recipients can receive messages immediately

• It prevents sharing files and links

• It increases the chances of spam and phishing

What is a common drawback of instant messaging related to unwanted contact?

• It does not allow sharing files and links

• It can lead to a lot of spam and phishing attempts

• It uses encryption to hide messages

• It requires a server to read messages

How does encryption benefit instant messaging security?

• It allows anyone to read the messages

• It makes messages readable even if stolen

• It hides messages so they can't be read if stolen

• It intercepts private information

What is the role of a client in instant messaging?

• It receives messages from the sender's client and redirects them

• It is a computer that the instant messaging software is installed on

• It is a service like Whatsapp or Facebook messenger

• It encrypts messages to prevent them from being read