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What is online safety also known as?

Web Safety
Digital Safety
Cyber Safety
Internet Safety (correct)

Which of the following is a common type of online threat?

Spamming
Hacking
Social Media
Phishing (correct)

What is the main goal of an Internet Scam?

Promoting ethical hacking
Cheating the target of their personal property (correct)
Teaching online safety practices
Improving internet security

What is the term that encompasses spyware and adware?

Malware (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a worry concerning safety on the internet?

Software updates (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of scam involves the scammer pretending to be a trustworthy source?

Phishing (A) Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should you take when using a public computer terminal?

Delete your browsing data before leaving (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety measure for protecting personal information online?

Give out personal information freely over the internet (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern for parents and children regarding online safety?

Children being targets of malicious users (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use strong passwords or PINs on personal electronic gadgets?

To prevent any unauthorized access to your device (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'Netiquette' derived from network and etiquette?

Rules and norms for acceptable online behavior (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid doing when connecting to the internet to protect your personal safety?

Opening messages or attachments from unknown senders (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main intention of key loggers?

To secretly gather private information like passwords (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do viruses and worms spread?

By replicating and attaching to other computer files (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is cyber stalking primarily focused on?

Following or bothering individuals using electronic resources (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of cyberbullying?

Extending harassment behavior online (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the common online safety measures individuals should practice?

Connecting with others safely without sharing private data (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does online ethics focus on?

Maintaining proper behavior and conduct on the internet (A) Signup and view all the answers

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