Understanding Cybersecurity Basics

What is the primary purpose of using a strong password in digital citizenship?

• To make it easier to remember

• To protect personal information from unauthorized access

• To share it with friends

• To use the same password for all accounts

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Which of the following is a good practice for maintaining cybersecurity?

• Sharing your passwords with friends

• Using the same password for all accounts

• Regularly updating your software and applications

• Ignoring software update notifications

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What is the role of a firewall in cybersecurity?

• To increase internet speed

• To block unauthorized access to a network

• To store passwords securely

• To delete unwanted files

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Which of the following actions can help prevent phishing attacks?

• Clicking on links in unsolicited emails

• Verifying the sender's email address before responding

• Sharing personal information on social media

• Ignoring security warnings from your browser

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Why is it important to use two-factor authentication (2FA)?

• It makes logging in faster

• It provides an additional layer of security

• It allows you to use simpler passwords

• It is required by all websites

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What is a common sign that a website might not be secure?

• The website loads quickly

• The URL starts with "http" instead of "https"

• The website has a modern design

• The website contains images

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Which of the following is an example of a secure password?

• 123456

• password

• P@ssw0rd!

• qwerty

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What should you do if you suspect your computer has been infected with malware?

• Ignore it and continue using the computer

• Disconnect from the internet and run a virus scan

• Share the malware with friends

• Delete all files on the computer

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How can you ensure that your online transactions are secure?

• Use public Wi-Fi for transactions

• Ensure the website uses "https" and has a padlock icon

• Share your credit card information via email

• Use the same password for all transaction sites

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What is the benefit of regularly backing up your data?

• It makes your computer run faster

• It ensures you have a copy of your data in case of data loss

• It allows you to delete files more frequently

• It increases your internet speed

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