Philippines in Network Readiness Index

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What is the Philippines' ranking in the 'Network Readiness Index' out of 130 economies?

50th

70th

100th

83rd (correct)

Which indicator is the Philippines ranked 1st in out of 130 economies?

Freedom to make life choices

High-tech exports

E-commerce legislation (correct)

ICT services exports

What is the primary function of search engines?

To provide online platforms for social networking

To create and share content with the public

To offer e-commerce services

To quickly search for information on the World Wide Web (correct)

What is the ranking of the Philippines in terms of 'Robot density' out of 130 economies?

50th Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of social media platforms?

To share content with the public and connect with others Signup and view all the answers

What is the ranking of the Philippines in terms of 'Socio economic gap in use of digital payments' out of 130 economies?

121st Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Communications Service Provider?

To transport information electronically Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of an Advertising Platform?

To create and manage advertising campaigns Signup and view all the answers

What type of business transactions occur in e-commerce?

B2B, B2C, C2C, or C2B Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of online safety?

Protecting users from internet crimes Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a measure of online safety?

Giving personal information over the internet Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a delinquency that can be committed on the internet?

Stalking Signup and view all the answers

What type of malicious software disguises itself as a normal file or program to trick users into downloading and installing malware?

Trojan Horse Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Adware?

To deliver advertisements automatically Signup and view all the answers

What can a Worm do to a network?

Delete files and disrupt network function Signup and view all the answers

How can a Virus be transferred?

Through removable storage devices Signup and view all the answers

What is the ILOVEYOU VIRUS an example of?

A type of Worm Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a Virus infecting a computer?

Damages may be mild to severe Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for using the internet or electronic devices to harass or stalk individuals, groups, or organizations?

Cyberstalking Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for sending unsolicited emails, instant messages, or social media messages that can be damaging if opened or responded to?

Cyberharassment Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for changing the sender's address in an email to make it appear as if it came from a different source, usually someone you know?

Spoofing Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for sending identical commercial emails to multiple recipients from an unknown source?

Spamming Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for tormenting, threatening, harassing, or embarrassing another person using the internet or other technologies?

Cyberbullying Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a secure and an insecure website address?

It begins with "https://" Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when accessing your accounts online?

Type the URL yourself Signup and view all the answers

What is phishing?

An email sent to trick you into revealing sensitive information Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when using a public computer terminal?

Clear your browsing data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of regularly reviewing your privacy settings?

To make sure you are not sharing important personal information Signup and view all the answers

What is pharming?

A malicious website that resembles a legitimate one Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Network Readiness Index

Philippines ranks 83rd out of 130 economies in the Network Readiness Index.

Strongest Indicators

E-commerce legislation: Ranked 1st
High-tech exports: Ranked 2nd
ICT services exports: Ranked 12th
Freedom to make life choices: Ranked 15th
Use of virtual social networks: Ranked 22nd
Publication and use of open data: Ranked 22nd
Affordable and clean energy: Ranked 23rd
Annual investment in telecommunication services: Ranked 25th
High-tech and medium high-tech manufacturing: Ranked 27th
Growth rate of GDP per person engaged: Ranked 29th
Investment in emerging technologies: Ranked 31st

Weakest Indicators

Robot density: Ranked 50th
ICT Skills: Ranked 69th
Quality education: Ranked 76th
Rural gap in use of digital payments: Ranked 117th
Socioeconomic gap in use of digital payments: Ranked 121st

Online Platform Categories

Social Media: Digital tools for content creation and sharing, includes various websites and apps.
Search Engines: Software used to find information on the internet, presenting results in SERPs.
Communication Services: Outsourced solutions for enterprise communications from various providers.
Payment System: Systems used for financial transactions involving monetary value, with associated institutions and technologies.
Advertising Platform: Allows management of advertising campaigns and generating reports.
E-commerce: Buying and selling of goods/services over the internet, covering various business transaction models.

Online Safety

Practices to protect users and personal information from online threats.

Internet Delinquencies

Stalking: Harassment of individuals online.
Identity theft: Stealing personal identification.
Privacy violations: Breaching personal privacy online.
Harassment: Use of technology to threaten or intimidate.

Online Safety Measures

Avoid sharing personal information online.
Keep banking details secure; confirm business reputability before sharing.
Adware: Software delivering advertisements automatically (e.g., banner ads).
Trojan Horse: Disguised malware that misleads users, compromising computer security.
Virus: Self-replicating program that infects files or systems.
Worm: A program that replicates through networks, often damaging files or functions.
Notable example: ILOVEYOU Virus, created by Filipino students in 2000.
Cyberstalking: Online harassment targeting individuals or groups.
Cyberbullying: Harassing others using internet technology.
Cyber Harassment: Unsolicited damaging online messages.
Spoofing: Deceptive practice of altering sender information in emails.
Spam: Unsolicited commercial emails sent in bulk.

Additional Online Safety Tips

Ensure websites are secure (https://).
Manually enter URLs instead of following email links.
Avoid opening unknown emails or attachments.
Regularly check privacy settings on online accounts.
Clear browsing data after using public computers.
Keep software updated and avoid unknown downloads.

Online Threats

Phishing: Deceptive emails posing as legitimate sources to steal confidential information.
Pharming: Malicious websites imitating legitimate ones for obtaining sensitive data.

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This quiz is about the Philippines' performance in the Network Readiness Index, including its ranking and top-ranked and bottom-ranked indicators. Test your knowledge on the country's digital economy and tech industry. Learn more about its strengths and weaknesses in e-commerce, ICT services, and more!