Safer Internet Day 2024

Question 1

What is a good rule of thumb for sharing information online?

Accepted Answer

Think twice before sharing anything, and be mindful of who might see it

Question 2

What steps can I take to secure my mobile devices?

Accepted Answer

Use a password, PIN or fingerprint scan to unlock my device.

Question 3

How can I browse the internet safely and responsibly?

Accepted Answer

Be critical of the information I find online

Question 4

What is something you should NOT do if you want to post a photo you found on Google?

Accepted Answer

Google is a free search engine so post it without a second thought.

Question 5

What is the name of software or code that shows unwanted ads such as pop-ups on a device?

Accepted Answer

adware

Question 6

What is the name of a piece of data from a website stored within a web browser that the website can later retrieve?

Accepted Answer

a cookie

Question 7

What should you do if you receive an online message from an unknown person requesting personal information?

Accepted Answer

Report the message to parents/teachers

Question 8

What is the potential risk of using public Wi-Fi networks?

Accepted Answer

Unauthorized access to personal information

Question 9

How can you protect yourself from phishing attempts?

Accepted Answer

not provide personal information on online forms., Verifying the sender’s email address before responding

Question 10

What is the name of malicious software or code used to steal information and damage devices?

Accepted Answer

malware

Question 11

Which of the following actions is considered a safe practice in the online environment?

Accepted Answer

Regularly updating passwords

Question 12

What does it mean to have a digital footprint?

Accepted Answer

The trail of information and activity left behind when using the internet

Question 13

What is the safest way to connect to a public Wi-Fi network?

Accepted Answer

Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

Question 14

Which of these is NOT a good practice for creating a strong password?

Accepted Answer

Using the same password for all your online accounts

Question 15

Your friend has been upset by another player in an online game. How can you be a good friend and help them?

Accepted Answer

Block the other player and report their behavior online, Tell an adult that you both trust, Tell them to keep being kind and not be impolite

Question 16

What is one important step you can take to protect yourself from cyberbullying?

Accepted Answer

Report the bullying to a trusted adult or platform administrator.

Question 17

Who should you ask for help if you're worried about something you've seen online?

Accepted Answer

any adult who you trust

Question 18

What is the purpose of privacy settings on social media platforms?

Accepted Answer

To protect personal information and control who can view it

Question 19

What does "phishing" mean in the context of online security?

Accepted Answer

A method of obtaining personal information through deception

Question 20

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email attachment?

Accepted Answer

Delete it without opening it.

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