Understanding Malware: Types and Safety

Adware

• Software that displays or downloads advertising content automatically.
• An example is Fireball.

Ransomware

• Malware that encrypts user files.
• Payment will be demanded for the files release.
• Examples are CryptoLocker and Ryuk.

Fileless Malware

• Malware that operates entirely in memory.
• It does not leave files on the disk.
• Examples include Astaroth and Kovter.

Tips to stay safe online include:

• Think before you click.
• Don't share personal information.
• Beware of phishing and scams.
• Keep your device secure.
• Don't share passwords.
• Never agree to meet anyone you have just met online.
• Tell a guardian if something goes wrong online.
• Cover your webcam when not in use.
• Use a strong password.
• Make sure to log out of your account on public devices.

Netiquette

• A short term for "Internet etiquette."
• Refers to proper behavior in cyberspace.

Nine Core Rules of Netiquette

• Remember the human: Interact with respect for the person on the other end.
• Adhere to the same standards of behavior online as in real life, be lawful and ethical, regardless of where you are.
• Know where you are in cyberspace: Being rude is prohibited, and it is important to always know where you are.
• Respect other people's time and bandwidth: Ensure that the content is meaningful and time isn't wasted.
• Make yourself look good online: Produce quality content while being true to yourself.
• Share expert knowledge: Make sure that the information being shared is reliable and credible.
• Help keep flame wars under control: Never post messages that are provocative, as things will add fuel to the fire.
• Respect other's privacy: There is always a reason to keep material private - never publicly expose private information.
• Don't abuse your power: Nobody has the right to take advantage of being knowledgeable in cyberspace.
• Be forgiving of other people's mistakes: Give people the benefit of the doubt as they can commit mistakes, as nobody is perfect.

Online Research

• A method that involves the collection of information from the Internet.
• Using Search Engine Optimization (SEO) will improve results.

Advantages of Online Research Include:

• Easy access to large amounts of information.
• The ability to acquire diverse information in different formats.
• Saving more time when researching online.
• Access to up-to-date and relevant information.
• Reducing the cost of conducting research.

Disadvantages of Online Research Can Include:

• Encountering inconsistent information.
• Difficulty determining if sources are reliable.
• Financial charges.
• Difficulty locating information.
• Risks to online security and privacy.

The 5-Step Simple Search Process

• Includes clarifying, searching, delving, evaluating, and citing.

Presentation

• Refers to a digital format; used to present ideas to physical or virtual audiences.

Different Kinds of Presentation Software

• Desktop Presentation Software is installed on desktop computers and laptops.
• Web Presentation Applications are tools utilized from the web, and are also called cloud-based platforms.

Examples of Desktop Presentation Software

• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Apache OpenOffice Impress
• WPS

Microsoft PowerPoint

• Allows the user to organize presentations with various transitions and animations.

Apache OpenOffice Impress

• It is an open-source presentation tool.
• Generally installed in desktops with the Linux operating system.

WPS Presentation

• Is a slideshow creation software, that is part of the WPS Office Suite developed by Kingsoft.
• An alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint and is used for creating, editing, and delivering professional presentations.
• W stands for Writer; P stands for Presentation; S stands for Spreadsheets.

Examples of Web Presentation Applications

• Powtoon
• Google Slides
• Prezi
• Zoho Show

Visme

• A free and powerful tool designed to engage the audience.
• Provides stunning visual animations and trendy presentation temples.

Powtoon

• Animates the slides by putting movable, talking characters.

Google Slides

• A presentation platform manipulated online.
• Part of the Google Suite package, which requires a Google account.

Prezi

• A cloud-based platform; users can create slides directly from the browser.
• This platform enables users to upload slides and make live presentations.

Zoho Show

• A cloud-based platform from Zoho Corporation.
• Users can create, present, broadcast, and publish data.

Advantages of Software Types

• Desktop Presentation Software is available on desktop computers and laptops, it can be used with or without internet and saves files to the desktop which can transferred or projected directly from the computer.
• Web Presentation Software can be accessed anytime, with lots of templates, shareable, usable on smartphones and has interactive features.

Disadvantages of Software Types

• Desktop Presentation Software applications are licensed, sometimes they have few features needing updates, are expensive, and incompatible on some devices.
• Web Presentation Software needs an account, and its expensive with monthly costs, and the contents can be copied by anyone without permission.

Google Slides

• A cloud-based software that enables users to build presentations from the web using a Google account.
• Its parts include the Menu Tab, Title Bar, Toolbar, Comment, Presentation settings, Side Panels, Slides Pane, Workspace, & Comment Pane.

Animation

• Refers to the motion or visual effects applied to elements, such as text, images, and illustrations.
• To add animation in elements: Highlight elements > Select the Main Tab, click insert > Choose animation & desired effects.

Principles of Presentation Design

• Balance: Evenly distributing the elements in a presentation; includes asymmetrical and symmetrical balance.
• Emphasis: Highlighting elements by using boldface fonts, italicizing texts, underlines, and relevant images.
• Unity: The oneness of elements in the presentation to communicate the ideas correctly.
• Movement: Changing position, also known as motion; it can include Animation and Transition.

Link

• Refers to the connection of one thing to another; in technology, a link is also known as the URL of the website.

Hyperlink

• Is an active attachment of a file.
• Clicking the active text that contains it will redirect to the attached file linked on it.

Ways to Add Hyperlinks

• In a text.
• In an image.
• To add one to text: Highlight Text > Select the Insert Tab, click Link > Paste Link.
• To add one to a picture: Click Picture > Select the Insert Tab, click Link > Paste Link.

Microsoft PowerPoint

• A presentation software for slideshows that include text, images, videos, animations, multimedia elements.
• Allows the presentation of information in a visually engaging and organized manner.
• Ideal for business meetings, lectures, and personal projects.

Presentation Do's

• Keep things Simple: Use a clean and minimalistic design, and stick to key points.
• Use High-Quality Images: Choose clear, relevant visuals that would enhance your message.
• Use Consistent Fonts & Colors: Stick to 2-3 fonts and a color scheme that aligns with your brand or theme.
• Use Bullet Points: Break down information into short bullet points instead of long sentences.
• Engage the Audience: Use storytelling, questions, and eye contact rather than reading directly from slides.