Computer Basics Quiz

The physical parts of the computer are called.

• Software

• Hardware

• Computer parts

• Computer case

Motherboard provides communication between the components of the computer.

• True

• False

In www.abc.org, What does www stand for?

• World Wide Web

• Web World Wonders

• Wide World of Webs

• Wonderful Web World

The primary function of an Ethernet cable is to connect a computer to a network.

• True

• False

Which of the following are examples of online threats? (Select all that apply.)

• HTTPS

• Phishing

• Viruses

• Spyware

_______ are messages that try to trick you into providing sensitive information.

• Phishing scams
• Ads

• virus

When shopping online, which payment method is generally the safest?

• Credit cards

• Direct wire transfers

• Bank transfers

• Cash

True or False: The things you share on social networking sites like Facebook are generally more public than things you share over email or instant messaging.

• True

• False

What is a browser cookie?

• A type of food you can buy online

• A small piece of data that tracks your preferences on different websites

• A type of phishing scam

• A plug-in that allows you to view special types of web content

True or False: If you block tracking cookies in your browser, websites will be unable to track you.

• True

• False