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What is the first tip mentioned in the video for browser security?
What is the first tip mentioned in the video for browser security?
- Always enable all browser extensions
- Install extensions from any third-party website
- Use trusted sources when downloading and installing software (correct)
- Download extensions from links in emails
Where should you go to download a browser extension according to the text?
Where should you go to download a browser extension according to the text?
- Third-party website
- Any software download site
- Links in an email
- Directly to the browser developer’s website (correct)
Why is it a good idea to validate the hashes for downloaded files?
Why is it a good idea to validate the hashes for downloaded files?
- To modify the file contents
- To improve browser performance
- To ensure the file is not harmful (correct)
- To speed up the download process
Which type of hash was used for validating the ISO files downloaded from the Ubuntu website?
Which type of hash was used for validating the ISO files downloaded from the Ubuntu website?
Who should you trust when downloading software according to the text?
Who should you trust when downloading software according to the text?
What is a recommended practice if you need to install a browser extension?
What is a recommended practice if you need to install a browser extension?
What might cause a conflict with a certificate on a web server?
What might cause a conflict with a certificate on a web server?
What is the purpose of disabling the pop-up blocker temporarily?
What is the purpose of disabling the pop-up blocker temporarily?
What can you do within a browser's settings to specify exceptions for pop-up windows?
What can you do within a browser's settings to specify exceptions for pop-up windows?
What is usually one of the troubleshooting steps when facing issues with third-party websites?
What is usually one of the troubleshooting steps when facing issues with third-party websites?
What is the main advantage of using a private browsing mode for troubleshooting website issues?
What is the main advantage of using a private browsing mode for troubleshooting website issues?
What type of information can be synchronized across different devices using certain browsers?
What type of information can be synchronized across different devices using certain browsers?
What does private browsing mode delete when you close it?
What does private browsing mode delete when you close it?
Which feature of browsers can help in blocking advertisements and hiding IP addresses?
Which feature of browsers can help in blocking advertisements and hiding IP addresses?
How can you limit the amount of information gathered from your browser?
How can you limit the amount of information gathered from your browser?
What is the benefit of customization in browser operation?
What is the benefit of customization in browser operation?
What is the purpose of using a hash checker program?
What is the purpose of using a hash checker program?
Why is it important to install software only from trusted websites?
Why is it important to install software only from trusted websites?
What danger is associated with installing browser extensions from untrusted websites?
What danger is associated with installing browser extensions from untrusted websites?
How can using different passwords for every website enhance security?
How can using different passwords for every website enhance security?
What is the benefit of using a password manager or vault?
What is the benefit of using a password manager or vault?
Why should you always keep good backups of your system?
Why should you always keep good backups of your system?
What does a message stating 'this connection is not private' from a browser indicate?
What does a message stating 'this connection is not private' from a browser indicate?
What might happen if you reuse the same username and password across multiple websites?
What might happen if you reuse the same username and password across multiple websites?
What does a hash value comparison between a downloaded file and the original file validate?
What does a hash value comparison between a downloaded file and the original file validate?
How can suspicious websites be identified by browsers?
How can suspicious websites be identified by browsers?
Study Notes
- Installing software from untrusted sources, such as third-party websites or emails, poses a risk of downloading malware, especially when it comes to browser extensions.
- A study in March 2021 revealed that more than 24 Google Chrome extensions contained malicious software, which included credential theft, screenshots, and keylogging, as well as data exfiltration.
- Best practice: Download software from trusted websites, like the Chrome Web Store or Microsoft Store, to ensure security.
- Validating file hashes is an effective method to ensure downloaded files are identical to those on trusted websites.
- SHA 256 sums are hashes used for file verification, which can be checked using hash checker programs.
- Password managers or vaults can help users maintain unique and strong passwords for each website they visit.
- Password managers encrypt and store passwords on a user's machine or synchronize the information to the cloud for access across multiple devices.
- Modern browsers can identify suspicious websites and warn users with messages like "this connection is not private."
- Certificate details can be checked by clicking the lock icon in the browser for information on domain name, certificate authority, and time and date.
- Pop-up blockers prevent unwanted ads or windows that can be temporarily disabled for troubleshooting purposes.
- Browsers collect data like browsing history, download history, and cookies, which can be deleted using the "clear browsing data" option.
- Private browsing mode can be used to limit data gathering and start each session with a clean slate, which is helpful for troubleshooting and maintaining privacy.
- Many browsers can synchronize important information, such as bookmarks and passwords, across multiple devices using cloud storage.
- Some users prefer to be recognized by websites when they visit, while others prefer privacy; browsers offer customization options to tailor the user experience.
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Learn about best practices for browser security, including tips on avoiding malware-infected browser extensions and the importance of downloading software from trusted sources.
