Computing Revision Task (G6):Online Safety & Cybersecurity Quiz

What is the correct format of an email address?

• [e-mail]

• username@domain

• username.domain.com

• username@domain,com

Which of the following is a properly formatted website URL?

• www.google

• google.com@

• http://www.google.com

• www.google,com

A digital footprint refers to:

• A record of your online activities

• A new type of computer virus

• A way to protect your identity online

• A hidden website on the dark web

What should you avoid sharing online?

• Your favorite movie

• Your home address and phone number

• A picture of your pet

• A funny meme

Which of the following is a sign of a phishing attempt?

• An email from your teacher asking about homework

• A message from an unknown sender with a suspicious link

• A friend tagging you in a photo on social media

• A text from a family member

What should you do if someone online asks for your personal information?

• Give it to them if they seem trustworthy

• Ignore them and report it if suspicious

• Ask them for their information first

• Share only your first name

Why is it important to use privacy settings on social media?

• To protect your personal information from strangers

• To prevent your parents from seeing your posts

• To avoid getting notifications

• To make your profile look professional

What is the main goal of a Trojan virus?

• To protect your computer from other viruses

• To appear as a useful program but install malicious software

• To delete all your files instantly

• To slow down your internet speed

What type of malware locks your files and demands payment to unlock them?

• Worm

• Ransomware

• Adware

• Spyware

Which of the following is NOT a type of cyberattack?

• Phishing

• Ransomware

• Trojan

• Firewall