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WorksheetsCybersecurity Quiz
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Why is it important to create a strong password?
To make it easy for others to guess
To protect your accounts and private information from hackers
Because it is easier to remember
To make the password recovery process simpler
What should a strong password be like?
Short and simple
Long, strong, and difficult for others to guess but easy for you to remember
Based on personal information for easy recall
The same as your username
What is one thing you should never use when creating a password?
Random letters and numbers
Personal information such as your name or birthday
A combination of uppercase and lowercase letters
Special characters like ! or @
What does a lock symbol in the address bar of a website indicate?
The website is under maintenance
The website has been reported for phishing
The website is using an HTTPS connection and is safe for entering personal information
The website is currently offline
What should you do when your browser notifies you about an update?
Ignore the notification
Wait for a few weeks before updating
Update your browser immediately if possible
Uninstall the browser and reinstall it
What is another term for spam as mentioned in the text?
Malware
Phishing
Junk email
Spam folder
What can spam messages include that poses a serious risk to your computer?
Spam filters
Email advertisements
Phishing and malware
Real messages
Where will likely spam messages be placed by most email providers?
In the inbox
In the spam folder
In the trash
In a separate email account
What is the main purpose of phishing scams according to the text?
To provide sensitive information to trusted sources
To trick people into providing sensitive information
To confirm legitimate email requests
To offer technical support for email accounts
What should you do when you receive an email that asks for money or to download an attachment you weren't expecting?
Trust the sender and proceed as instructed
Send money to help the sender
Download the attachment to check its contents
Never send money or download email attachments you weren't expecting
What is the best practice to follow when dealing with spam and phishing scams?
Ignore your judgment and follow the email instructions
Always re-enter your password when asked
Trust your best judgment and be cautious
Share the email with friends to get their opinion
What is one of the most common hazards to your computer when you're online?
Spam emails
Malware
Slow internet connection
Phishing scams
Which of the following is a crucial safe browsing habit to limit your computer's vulnerability to malware?
Running antivirus and antimalware software
Ignoring software updates
Downloading files from unknown sources
Using the same password for all accounts
What should you do to help protect your computer from malware?
Keep your operating system, browser, and other programs outdated
Avoid using antivirus software
Keep your operating system, browser, and other programs updated
Install software from pop-up advertisements
Which of the following software can help protect your computer from malware?
Bitdefender
Microsoft Word
Adobe Photoshop
Internet Explorer
What can some malware do to the data on your drives?
Increase the storage capacity
Improve data security
Delete or corrupt data
Create backup copies automatically
What is one of the most common ways to prepare for the possibility of data loss due to malware?
Ignoring software updates
Copying your data to an external drive
Sharing your passwords online
Downloading files from unknown sources
What is another common method to prevent data loss apart from copying data to an external drive?
Using a public Wi-Fi for internet access
Using an online backup service
Clicking on all links in emails
Installing software from pop-up advertisements
What do most malware require you to do to infect your computer?
Click something to download and install it
Update your antivirus software
Change your passwords regularly
Backup your files frequently
How can you avoid downloading malware through links?
By clicking on every link you see
By being aware of what suspicious links look like
By using the same password for all accounts
By downloading attachments from unknown emails
What should you do if you receive a message saying you have won a prize and instructing you to click to claim it?
Click to claim the prize immediately
Ignore the message and do not click
Share the message with friends
Download the attached file
What are pop-up windows known to frequently contain?
Useful tips and tricks
Malware or attempts to lead to less secure sites
Discounts and coupons
Educational content
What is the term used for headlines that are ambiguous and sensational, encouraging you to click to read more?
Informative headlines
Clickbait
Pop-up headlines
Secure headlines
What should you do if you are unsure whether a website or download is safe?
Proceed with the download
Close it and investigate the site before returning
Ask a stranger online for advice
Ignore your doubts and continue using the site
Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to check if a website is reputable?
Ask your friends if the site is reputable
Search for information about the site using a search engine
Check the address bar in your browser
Judge the site by its appearance only
Which of the following is considered a strong password?
password123
12345678
MyNameIsJohn
9a$B7#mP3&
What is phishing?
A type of fish found in the Pacific Ocean
A technique used to steal sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication
A security measure to protect data
A programming language
Why is it important to have a different password for each of your online accounts?
It makes it easier to remember your passwords
If one account gets compromised, the others remain secure
It is not important; one strong password is enough for all accounts
To comply with online regulations
It's a good idea to share your user name and password with your best friend so they can help with your computer.
True
False
Passwords should contain the following...
All of the above
Lower case letters
Upper case letters
Numbers and/or symbols
