How can you be sure that an email from a company is actually from the real company?

Open your browser and log on to the site as normal

Can you get an email scam from someone even if you never gave your email to that person?

Yes, phishing scams use software to take other sources

Is it safe to use your real personal information for an online character?

It's better not to reveal personal information

Websites & emails created to steal your information

A way for you to help cybercriminals spread scams & tricks

Personality tests are:

A way for cybercriminals to collect your private info

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1
How can you be sure that an email from a company is actually from the real company?
Click on the link in the email
None of the above
Nothing
Open your browser and log on to the site as normal
2
Can you get an email scam from someone even if you never gave your email to that person?
No, youonly receive an email scam if you give out your email
No, only your friends and family ever know your email
Yes, phishing scams use software to take other sources
No, you can only receive an email scam from someone you know
3
Is it safe to use your real personal information for an online character?
Yes, but only your real name, address & age
Yes, but only once in awhile
Yes, it doesn't matter
It's better not to reveal personal information
4
Pop-up ads are:
Just annoying ads, but generally safe
None of the above
Funny jokes
A way to win contests and get fun electronics
5
Sending personal info like a social security or credit card number by email is OK if:
It is to my family
It is to a well-known company
It is to my school
None of the above
6
Phishing means
Using a phishing pole in the water and catching phish
All of the above
Websites & emails created to steal your information
Someone didn't use spellcheck
7
Which of the following is a tip to avoid falling for scams?
Do a web search for a company's name before giving them info
Think before you click
Read the fine print
All of the above
8
Chain mails are:
A way for you to help cybercriminals spread scams & tricks
None of the above
A way to stay in touch with friends
A way to ensure you have good luck
9
Which of the following is also a scam?
Bank of America sends an email and requests you change your password
All of the above
Free sports equipment for filling out a survey!
Become a laptop tester! Just click here!
10
Preventative measures that can be used include:
Use anti-virus, anti-spyware, and a firewall
All of the above
Avoid opening attachments/links, even from people you know
Tell others how to protect themselves & their computer
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Personality tests are:
None of the above
A fun way to learn more about yourself
A way to see who you are compatible with
A way for cybercriminals to collect your private info

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