Understanding Online Security
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What is the purpose of online security?

  • To track online activities
  • To sell personal data
  • To increase website traffic
  • To keep personal information safe (correct)

Why is reviewing a website's disclaimer important?

  • To know how your personal data is stored and used (correct)
  • To understand how the website generates revenue
  • To monitor online activities
  • To increase the website's popularity

What can be said about the security of online systems?

  • They are prone to unauthorized access (correct)
  • They never ask for personal information
  • They are always 100% secure
  • They are not connected to the internet

What contributes to an active digital footprint?

<p>Signing up for social media accounts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned that some online activities become part of your digital footprint automatically?

<p>To highlight the permanence of online actions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is our passive digital footprint?

<p>Data collected without our knowledge for tracking website traffic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are passwords becoming increasingly complex according to the text?

<p>Due to advancements in hacking technology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of security questions set by banks and social media platforms?

<p>To identify users and provide an additional layer of security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does two-factor authentication enhance online security?

<p>By sending a unique code via SMS for login (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What function does antivirus software serve according to the text?

<p>Providing protection against viruses and threats (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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