Living in the IT Era

What is the primary purpose of encryption?

To allow only trusted readers to access private data

What is the main function of a web bot?

To perform a repetitive function on the Internet

What is the purpose of netiquette?

To set rules for behaving properly online

What is the benefit of proofreading messages before sending them?

It improves the effectiveness and efficiency of communication Signup and view all the answers

What is considered 'screaming' in typed messages?

Typing an entire message using all capital letters Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized by the Golden Rule of netiquette?

The importance of treating online communication with respect and professionalism Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a router or router-modem combination?

To act as a traffic cop for network signals Signup and view all the answers

What is HTML used for?

To tell a browser how to place pictures, text, and links on a web page Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of HTTPS?

To add a special layer of encryption to hide personal information Signup and view all the answers

What is a bit in the binary numbering system?

A single digit that can be 1 or 0 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between uploading and downloading?

Uploading is transferring data from your computer to another, while downloading is the reverse Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a URL?

To connect to a remote resource on the world wide web Signup and view all the answers

What is encryption?

The mathematical scrambling of data to hide it from eavesdroppers Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of HTTP?

To provide a data communication standard for web pages Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of striving to make your communications concise and free of errors?

To avoid confusion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when sharing information with others online?

To gain the consent of all involved participants Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of cybercrime?

A crime committed using a computer as a tool Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Republic Act No. 10175?

To address legal issues concerning online interactions and internet Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of copyright?

The exclusive legal right to print, publish, or perform creative work Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of violating copyright holders' exclusive rights?

Copyright infringement occurs Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of plagiarism?

The act of using someone else's language and thoughts without authorization Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Republic Act No. 10173?

To protect individual personal information Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of phishing and pharming attacks?

To steal personal and financial information Signup and view all the answers

How do pharming attacks typically work?

By redirecting users to fake websites Signup and view all the answers

What is ransomware commonly spread through?

Phishing emails with malicious attachments Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between phishing and pharming attacks?

Phishing uses emails, while pharming uses fake websites Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of cyber criminals who use phishing attacks?

To steal personal and financial information Signup and view all the answers

What technique do phishing and pharming attacks often use?

Spoofing Signup and view all the answers

What might a phishing attack use to trick victims into taking action?

Urgent messages from a bank Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a successful ransomware attack?

Restricted access to computer or files Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of spyware and adware?

To collect personal information about the user without their knowledge Signup and view all the answers

How do Trojan horses typically spread to a computer?

Disguised as, or embedded within, legitimate software Signup and view all the answers

What can a virus do to your contact list?

Infect your contacts' computers Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way for spyware and adware to infect a computer?

Through a free software download Signup and view all the answers

What can a Trojan horse do to your computer?

Delete your files Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of visiting a website infected with a virus?

An automatic download of the virus will occur Signup and view all the answers

What can spyware and adware do to your web browsing experience?

Take you to unwanted sites Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential action a virus can take on your computer?

Provide criminals with access to your computer Signup and view all the answers