Stay Safe Online!

What is phishing?

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

• Phishing is a legitimate marketing strategy.

• Phishing is a type of computer virus.

• Phishing is a method of secure data encryption.

How do hackers break into computers?

• Hackers break into computers by exploiting vulnerabilities, phishing, deploying malware, and using brute force attacks.

• Installing antivirus software

• Using strong passwords only

• Regularly updating software

Name one type of spyware.

• Keylogger

• Virus

• Trojan

• Adware

What does pharming do?

• Pharming enhances website security by encrypting data.

• Pharming is a method to improve website loading speed.

• Pharming allows users to access blocked websites easily.

• Pharming redirects users to fraudulent websites to steal sensitive information.

How can you spot a scam email?

• Check for poor grammar, generic greetings, suspicious links, urgent requests, and mismatched sender addresses.

• Ignore the sender's email address

• Check for personalized messages

• Look for colorful images

What is a good password?

• A good password is short and simple.

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

• A password should be easy to remember without any special characters.

• Using your name is a secure choice.

Why should you not share personal info online?

• To gain more followers on social media.

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

• To make new friends online.

• To increase your online visibility.

What should you do if you get a strange message?

• Reply immediately to clarify the message.

• Share the message on social media for advice.

• Do not respond; verify the sender and report if suspicious.

• Ignore it and continue with your day.

What is a virus in a computer?

• A computer virus is a type of hardware that enhances performance.

• A computer virus is a malicious program that replicates itself by infecting other files or programs.

• A computer virus is a network protocol for data transfer.

• A computer virus is a software that protects against malware.

How can you tell if a website is safe?

• Check for flashy ads

• Look for a high number of pop-ups

• Verify if the site has a colorful design

• Look for HTTPS, check for a privacy policy, and verify the site's reputation.