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Internet Safety Terms #1

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of malware in the context of technology?

a)

Software that protects against viruses

b)

Software designed to harm or exploit any programmable device or network

c)

A system that blocks unauthorized access

d)

The process of encoding information

2.

What is a type of malware that is known for its ability to replicate itself and spread across computer networks?

a)

Trojan

b)

Worm

c)

Spyware

d)

Adware

3.

Which term is defined as a program that appears legitimate but performs harmful activities when executed?

a)

Trojan

b)

Botnet

c)

Rootkit

d)

Phishing

4.

What is the term for a network of private computers that have been infected with malicious software and are controlled as a group?

a)

Spyware

b)

Botnet

c)

Firewall

d)

Antivirus

5.

What is the term for a type of software that collects user information without their knowledge, typically over the Internet?

a)

Spyware

b)

Ransomware

c)

Adware

d)

Scareware

6.

What is the definition of malware that demands payment to restore access to the victim's data?

a)

Ransomware

b)

Adware

c)

Spyware

d)

Worm

7.

What is the definition of a rootkit in the context of computer security?

a)

A malicious program that hides its presence or the presence of other software

b)

A type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software

c)

A self-replicating program that spreads across computers

d)

Software that displays unwanted advertisements

8.

What is the term for a method used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into revealing personal information?

a)

Phishing

b)

Hacking

c)

Spamming

d)

Scamming

9.

What is the definition of 'Adware' in the context of computer software?

a)

Software that displays unwanted advertisements on your computer

b)

Software that secretly monitors and collects user information

c)

Malicious software that demands payment to restore access

d)

Self-replicating program that spreads across computers

10.

What is the definition of a type of malware that locks users out of their systems until a ransom is paid?

a)

Ransomware

b)

Spyware

c)

Adware

d)

Trojan