Cyber Security Basics for Kids

What is a safe way to use the internet?

• Share your passwords with friends for convenience.

• Disable all security features to improve speed.

• Use the same password for all your accounts.

• Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication.

Why should you not share personal information online?

• To increase your online visibility.

• You should not share personal information online to protect your privacy and security.

• To make new friends online.

• To gain more followers on social media.

What makes a strong password?

• A strong password should include only numbers.

• A strong password is short and simple.

• A strong password is long, complex, and unique.

• A strong password is the same as your username.

How often should you change your passwords?

• Only when hacked

• Every year

• Every 3 to 6 months

• Every month

What is phishing?

• Phishing is a method of secure data encryption.

• Phishing is a legitimate marketing strategy.

• Phishing is a type of online shopping.

• Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by pretending to be a legitimate source.

How can you recognize a phishing email?

• Ignore any links or attachments in the email.

• Verify the sender's identity through a phone call.

• Look for personalized greetings and detailed information.

• Check for suspicious sender addresses, generic greetings, urgent language, unexpected attachments or links, and poor spelling or grammar.

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email?

• Click on the links to see what happens

• Do not open links or attachments, verify the sender, report it, and delete the email.

• Reply to the email asking for clarification

• Forward the email to all your contacts

What is malware?

• Malware is malicious software intended to damage or disrupt systems.

• Malware is a type of hardware used in computers.

• Malware is a security feature that protects against viruses.

• Malware refers to software that enhances system performance.

Name one type of malware.

• Trojan

• Virus

• Spyware

• Adware

What does antivirus software do?

• Antivirus software creates backups of all files on the computer.

• Antivirus software protects computers from malware by detecting and removing harmful programs.

• Antivirus software speeds up computer performance by optimizing system resources.

• Antivirus software is used to enhance internet browsing speed.