Cybersecurity Basics

What is phishing?

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A type of computer virus scan

A trick to steal personal information through fake messages

A way to speed up your computer

A method of backing up files

What does antivirus software do?

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Speeds up internet connection

Detects and removes harmful software

Creates new passwords automatically

Deletes all files on a computer

What is the safest way to remember many different strong passwords?

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Write them on a sticky note on your monitor

Use a trusted password manager

Use the same password everywhere

Share them with a friend for safekeeping

What is malware?

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A type of keyboard shortcut

Harmful software designed to damage or access a device without permission

A social media app

A type of internet browser

What is a strong password most likely to include?

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Your name and birth year

A short common word

A mix of letters numbers and symbols

The word password

What should you do if you receive a message from an unknown sender with a suspicious link?

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Click it to see what it is

Avoid clicking it and report or delete it

Reply asking who they are

Share it with friends

Why is it risky to use the same password on multiple accounts?

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It uses more memory

If one account is hacked all your accounts become vulnerable

It makes typing slower

It uses more electricity

What should you do before clicking a link in an email asking to confirm your account details?

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Click it immediately

Verify the sender is legitimate before clicking anything

Forward it to everyone you know

Reply with your password

What is two-factor authentication?

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Using two different passwords for one account

An extra security step beyond just a password such as a code sent to your phone

Logging in twice in a row

Sharing your password with a trusted friend

Why should you avoid using public Wi-Fi for online banking?

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Public Wi-Fi is always slower

Public Wi-Fi can be less secure and data may be intercepted

Public Wi-Fi costs more money

Banking apps do not work on Wi-Fi

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