Understanding Your Digital Footprint

What does 'digital footprint' refer to?

• The hardware footprint of servers storing our data

• The password protection strategies we employ

• The tracks and traces we leave online

• The physical devices we use to access the internet

What was the last thing you shared online?

• A video on YouTube

• A status update on social media site.

• A photo on Instagram

• A post on X

How can different online identities be challenging?

• They make it easier to manage privacy

• They simplify personal branding

• They reduce the risk of unintended sharing

• They can lead to context collapse

What is 'context collapse'?

• The merging of various social contexts online

• The deletion of online content

• The breakdown of digital communication platforms

• The loss of internet connectivity

How can tagging affect your professional identity?

• It ensures job security

• It has no effect

• It can negatively impact your employment potential

• It enhances your professional image

How often do students check their privacy settings, according to research?

• Very rarely

• Every time they post something

• Frequently

• Once a year

What percentage of students have been tagged in an unwanted way?

• 5%

• 11%

• 61%

• 16%

What is a potential benefit of having a presence online?

• Avoiding digital footprints

• Guaranteed privacy

• Receiving job or volunteering opportunities

• Limiting professional connections

What does sharing cooking pictures online demonstrate?

• Poor online security

• Interest in culinary arts

• Lack of professional skills

• Disinterest in technology

What can be a serious consequence of being tagged in photos?

• Increased online popularity

• Improved personal branding

• Potential impact on employment

• More likes and shares