Internet Safety

What is phishing?

• Phishing is a type of fishing in the ocean.

• Phishing is a type of cyber attack involving fake emails or messages.

• Phishing is a type of gardening technique.

• Phishing is a type of dance move.

How can you protect your online privacy?

• Use weak and common passwords

• Share personal information freely

• Use strong, unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, avoid sharing personal information, update privacy settings, use a VPN, be cautious of phishing scams, limit personal information shared online.

• Click on suspicious links without verifying

Why is it important to have strong password security?

• Strong password security is unnecessary

• Strong password security helps in preventing unauthorized access and protecting sensitive information.

• Strong password security increases the risk of data breaches

• Weak password security promotes unauthorized access

What are some common signs of a phishing email?

• Matching URLs

• Non-urgent language

• Generic greetings, urgent language, mismatched URLs, requests for personal information, suspicious attachments or links

• Friendly greetings

Why should you be cautious about sharing personal information on social media?

• Because it's fun and everyone else is doing it

• To increase your chances of winning a social media contest

• To protect your privacy and prevent potential risks such as identity theft or targeted advertising.

• To show off how popular you are

What is two-factor authentication and why is it important?

• Two-factor authentication is a marketing gimmick with no real security benefits.

• Two-factor authentication is only necessary for low-risk accounts.

• Two-factor authentication is a time-consuming process that is not worth the effort.

• Two-factor authentication is important because it enhances security by requiring two forms of identification to access an account, reducing the risk of unauthorized access even if one factor is compromised.

How often should you change your passwords?

• Never

• Once a year

• Every 3-6 months

• Every 1-2 weeks

What are some tips for creating a strong password?

• Only use numbers in the password

• Keep the password under 6 characters

• Create a password with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Avoid using easily guessable information. Make the password at least 12 characters long.

• Use your pet's name as the password

Why is it important to log out of your accounts when using public computers?

• To confuse the next user

• To show off your accounts to others

• To prevent unauthorized access to personal information and accounts.

• To make the computer run faster

How can you verify a website's legitimacy before entering personal information?

• Ignore the website's security features

• Enter personal information without verification

• Click on suspicious links within the website

• Verify HTTPS, check for privacy policy, verify contact information, read reviews, check for secure payment options