Email Security and Phishing Quiz

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What is the specific topic being discussed in the text?

Email security measures

According to David, what is a key strategy to reduce receiving spam emails?

Having separate personal and work email accounts

Why does David caution against leaving your email address everywhere on the internet?

To prevent your email from being sold to third parties

What is the main concern expressed by Jenny regarding the spam emails she receives?

There are too many irrelevant emails

What does David suggest as a recommendation for combating spam emails?

Creating multiple email addresses for different purposes

What could be a consequence of leaving your email address openly on the internet, according to the text?

Increased risk of personal data exposure

What is the main warning regarding emails that ask you to click on a link and provide personal information?

They are attempts to steal sensitive information

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential target of phishing attacks in the text?

Social media platforms

What simple action does David recommend to avoid falling victim to phishing?

Reply to emails asking for personal information

Why does David mention that the world of email and the internet isn't so sinister after all?

To spread awareness about phishing attacks

What type of information do authentic sites usually NOT request from users via email, according to David?

Account number and username

What does David caution against when it comes to leaving your email address on the internet?

Leaving it on message boards related to hobbies

What is a suggestion made in the text to combat the harvesting of email addresses?

Using a single email account for both personal and work purposes

What is a potential consequence of leaving your email address openly available on the internet?

Getting targeted by hackers

Why does the text advise against using throwaway email addresses provided by companies like Yahoo or Hotmail?

To promote online security

What is the purpose of software programs called Spiders mentioned in the text?

To trawl the internet for email addresses

According to David, what is one key recommendation for avoiding spam emails?

Having distinct personal and work email accounts

Test your knowledge on email security, spam prevention, and phishing scams. Learn how to reduce spam emails and protect yourself from phishing attacks.

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