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Internet Safety and Cybersecurity
Internet Safety and Cybersecurity
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What is one risk of clicking on unfamiliar email links?
Your inbox gets full
You may download malicious software
Your internet speed slows down
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A strong password should:
Be reused across all accounts
Be short, simple, and easy to remember
Include a mix of characters and be hard to guess
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What does “backing up your files” help with?
Recovering lost or damaged information
Sharing your data more quickly
Compressing large documents
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Cyberbullying is a form of:
Harassment using electronic communication
Online entertainment
Digital advertising
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What is the purpose of checking a link before clicking on it?
To see if the link is long or short
To make sure the website is reliable
To test your browser speed
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What does it mean to be “selective” with online communication?
To talk only with verified or trusted people
To speak politely to strangers
To comment on every post
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Why is it risky to share personal information online?
It helps people know you better
It may be accessed and misused by others
It can be forgotten easily
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What is multi-factor authentication used for?
Adding an extra layer of account protection
Allowing access without using passwords
Logging in faster with just one click
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Why is it necessary to update your antivirus software regularly?
It deletes old files
It ensures protection against new threats
It prevents your computer from overheating
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Why should Bluetooth be turned off when not in use?
It takes up screen space
It can reduce your internet speed
It might be exploited by cybercriminals
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What does a VPN help you do while browsing the internet?
Block all pop-up ads
Keep your connection private and secure
Access more websites faster
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Using unsecured public Wi-Fi can lead to:
Possible data theft or hacking
Easier access to shopping sites
Limited data usage
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What is malware typically designed to do?
Collect or damage your data
Improve your device’s performance
Fix errors in your operating system
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The "S" in HTTPS shows that a website:
Loads faster than normal sites
Has encrypted your information
Is supported by Google
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What does being “mindful online” suggest?
Posting only during certain hours
Being aware of risks and acting with caution
Using social media every day
