Online Security and Internet Threats

Websites and apps designed for forum discussions, microblogging, social networking, social bookmarking, social curation, and wikis. These platforms often rely on user-generated content.

Content created and shared by users on social media platforms.

Sharing content, ideas, information, and experiences with others on social media platforms.

The ability of social media platforms to connect users from anywhere in the world at any time.

The ability for social media platforms to help users maintain relationships with friends and family, especially those living far apart.

The ability for social media platforms to provide users with information about the availability and accessibility of other users.

The merging of different media formats, like text, audio, and video, into a single cohesive experience.

A process of reaching a larger audience and expanding market reach through social media and online platforms like blogs and social networks.

The use of platforms like social media, blogs, and wikis by users to create, modify, share, and discuss online content.

The integration of different technologies, such as telecommunications, media, and the internet, to create new forms of content and communication.

The ability of social media to reach a large audience and amplify advertising messages.

The use of social media to share stories, narratives, and photos, which makes information more engaging and understandable for the audience.

The process of newspapers and other traditional media outlets adopting internet technologies and platforms to deliver real-time content and expand their reach.

The process of different technologies and industries merging together, often facilitated by digital technologies.

Different types of digital data (text, voice, video, graphics) coming together in a single format.

Integrating communication services, such as combining SMS texting with voice calls.

Combining traditional media like newspapers, TV, and radio with digital technology.

Companies from different industries merging or collaborating to expand their reach in the market.

The merging of social awareness campaigns with digital technologies to reach and engage audiences.

Technology advancements have created new possibilities for businesses, communication, and social interaction.

The degree to which users can showcase who they are on social media.

The ability for users to interact with each other through posts, messages, comments, etc.

The way users perceive the trustworthiness and credibility of others on a platform.

How social media allows users to form groups, communities, and sub-communities.

A popular social networking site where users create profiles, share content, and connect with friends and family.

A principle that encourages companies to prioritize rapid innovation and experimentation, even if it leads to failures.

A popular visual social media platform where users share photos and videos.

Instagram is a photo and video sharing social media platform owned by Meta (formerly Facebook). Users can share photos and videos, connect with friends and family, and explore content from other users.

YouTube is an online video sharing platform owned by Google. Users can upload, watch, and share videos on a wide range of topics.

Twitter is a social media platform where users can post short messages, called Tweets, to connect with others and share their thoughts and ideas.

The first video uploaded to YouTube was "Me at the Zoo" on April 23, 2005, by Jawed Karim, one of YouTube's founders. It features him at the San Diego Zoo talking about elephants.

A Tweet is a short message that can be up to 280 characters long. Tweets can include text, images, videos, and links.

Instagram's tagline is "Capture and Share the World's Moments." It emphasizes that the platform is about sharing visual moments in life.

TikTok is a social media platform that allows users to create and share short-form videos. It is known for its dance challenges, lip-syncing videos, and humorous content.

The slogan of TikTok is "Make every second count." It emphasizes the importance of making the most of every moment and creating content that is engaging and memorable.

Spyware is a type of malicious software designed to secretly gather information about a user or organization and transmit it to a third party without their knowledge. This information can be used for various harmful purposes, such as identity theft, financial fraud, or unauthorized surveillance.

A rootkit is a set of tools used by attackers to gain covert access and maintain persistent control over a computer system. It often conceals the attacker's presence and makes it difficult to detect the infection.

Phishing is a common tactic used by cybercriminals to trick people into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card details, or personal data. Phishing attacks often involve fake emails or websites designed to look legitimate.

Fileless malware is a type of malicious software that doesn't rely on traditional files stored on the hard drive. This malware operates directly in memory, making it difficult to detect and remove using traditional antivirus software.

Malvertising is a type of online advertising that is used to deliver malware to unsuspecting victims. Malicious ads can redirect users to malicious websites, download malware to their computers, or exploit vulnerabilities in their web browsers.

Pharma attacks, also known as pharma hijacking, is a type of cybercrime that redirects users to fake websites disguised as legitimate websites. This is achieved by manipulating DNS settings or exploiting vulnerabilities in web browsers.

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts a victim's files and demands payment in exchange for the decryption key. This type of attack can cripple businesses and individuals by making their data inaccessible.

A Trojan Horse is a type of malware disguised as a legitimate program. Users are tricked into downloading and installing the Trojan, which then allows the attacker to gain access to their computer system.