What should you do if an online deal seems too good to be true?

Trust your instincts and avoid the purchase

Why is it important to update your software regularly?

To protect your computer from malware by closing security gaps

What is the "Do Not Track" setting used for?

To prevent websites from tracking your browsing activity

What should you do if you don't want websites to store cookies?

Always use a private browsing mode

What can antivirus and antimalware software do?

Block and remove malware from your computer.

What is one example of how cookies are used?

They keep track of the items you view and purchase on online stores

What can you use to check whether a website is safe to visit?

Use a search engine to find information about the site

Which of the following is a sign of a suspicious link?

Pop-up windows asking you to download something you didn’t expect

What does a lock symbol in the address bar indicate?

The website uses HTTPS, making it safe to enter your information.

What is one of the best ways to protect sensitive information when shopping online?

Shop from a home Internet connection

Why do websites track your browsing activity?

To determine your browsing habits and show relevant ads

What happens when you create an account on a site like Facebook or Google?

The site saves your activity info and associates it with your account

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Internet Safety: Review Questions 2

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1
What should you do if an online deal seems too good to be true?
Trust your instincts and avoid the purchase
Proceed with the purchase anyway
Ignore any suspicious signs
Only buy if the deal is over 50% off
2
Why is it important to update your software regularly?
To speed up your computer
To protect your computer from malware by closing security gaps
To enable more website features
To improve your browsing experience
3
What is the "Do Not Track" setting used for?
To speed up your internet connection
To disable website pop-ups
To prevent websites from tracking your browsing activity
To block websites from sending emails
4
What should you do if you don't want websites to store cookies?
Disable cookies on your phone
Always use a private browsing mode
Share your browsing history with the website
Disable the Do Not Track setting
5
What can antivirus and antimalware software do?
Delete your browser history
Block and remove malware from your computer.
Organize your files
Speed up your computer
6
Which payment method is considered the safest for online shopping?
Sending payments through the mail
Credit cards
Cash or checks
Bank transfers
7
What is one of the most common hazards to your computer when you're online?
Slow internet speeds
Pop-up ads
Malware
Unwanted emails
8
What is one example of how cookies are used?
They monitor your computer’s hardware
They keep track of the items you view and purchase on online stores
They store photos from social media
They store login passwords for websites
9
What can you use to check whether a website is safe to visit?
Trust any website that is advertised on social media
Only visit websites with ".com" addresses
Ask your internet provider
Use a search engine to find information about the site
10
Which of the following is a sign of a suspicious link?
Clicking links in an email from a known sender
Clicking on a link from a trusted source
Pop-up windows asking you to download something you didn’t expect
Links that are clearly marked with the website’s name
11
What does a lock symbol in the address bar indicate?
The website is a shopping site
The website is not secure
The website uses HTTPS, making it safe to enter your information.
The website is not legitimate
12
What is one of the best ways to protect sensitive information when shopping online?
Shop from a home Internet connection
Use a public Wi-Fi network
Share your password with retailers
Enter your payment details on any page
13
Why do websites track your browsing activity?
To increase your website traffic
To make browsing slower
To determine your browsing habits and show relevant ads
To collect personal data for identity theft
14
What happens when you create an account on a site like Facebook or Google?
The site saves your activity info and associates it with your account
The site will stop tracking your activity
The site automatically disables ads
The site will stop tracking your activity
15
What is a common way websites track your activity?
By tracking your location
By checking your email
By using cookies
By analyzing your browsing history manually

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Internet Safety: Review Questions 2

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Questions 15

Answers

1
What should you do if an online deal seems too good to be true?
Trust your instincts and avoid the purchase
Proceed with the purchase anyway
Ignore any suspicious signs
Only buy if the deal is over 50% off
2
Why is it important to update your software regularly?
To speed up your computer
To protect your computer from malware by closing security gaps
To enable more website features
To improve your browsing experience
3
What is the "Do Not Track" setting used for?
To speed up your internet connection
To disable website pop-ups
To prevent websites from tracking your browsing activity
To block websites from sending emails
4
What should you do if you don't want websites to store cookies?
Disable cookies on your phone
Always use a private browsing mode
Share your browsing history with the website
Disable the Do Not Track setting
5
What can antivirus and antimalware software do?
Delete your browser history
Block and remove malware from your computer.
Organize your files
Speed up your computer
6
Which payment method is considered the safest for online shopping?
Sending payments through the mail
Credit cards
Cash or checks
Bank transfers
7
What is one of the most common hazards to your computer when you're online?
Slow internet speeds
Pop-up ads
Malware
Unwanted emails
8
What is one example of how cookies are used?
They monitor your computer’s hardware
They keep track of the items you view and purchase on online stores
They store photos from social media
They store login passwords for websites
9
What can you use to check whether a website is safe to visit?
Trust any website that is advertised on social media
Only visit websites with ".com" addresses
Ask your internet provider
Use a search engine to find information about the site
10
Which of the following is a sign of a suspicious link?
Clicking links in an email from a known sender
Clicking on a link from a trusted source
Pop-up windows asking you to download something you didn’t expect
Links that are clearly marked with the website’s name
11
What does a lock symbol in the address bar indicate?
The website is a shopping site
The website is not secure
The website uses HTTPS, making it safe to enter your information.
The website is not legitimate
12
What is one of the best ways to protect sensitive information when shopping online?
Shop from a home Internet connection
Use a public Wi-Fi network
Share your password with retailers
Enter your payment details on any page
13
Why do websites track your browsing activity?
To increase your website traffic
To make browsing slower
To determine your browsing habits and show relevant ads
To collect personal data for identity theft
14
What happens when you create an account on a site like Facebook or Google?
The site saves your activity info and associates it with your account
The site will stop tracking your activity
The site automatically disables ads
The site will stop tracking your activity
15
What is a common way websites track your activity?
By tracking your location
By checking your email
By using cookies
By analyzing your browsing history manually