#1
What does HTTPS stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Standard
Hyperlink and Text Transfer System
Hyperlink and Text Transfer Protocol
#2
Which of the following is a common method to protect your online accounts?
Using the same password for multiple accounts
Enabling two-factor authentication
Sharing passwords with friends
Using public computers for sensitive transactions
#3
What is the primary purpose of a CAPTCHA?
To prevent automated bots from accessing a website
To enhance website design
To collect user information
To increase website loading speed
#4
What is the term for the practice of creating and using multiple online identities for various purposes?
Digital literacy
Cyberbullying
Phishing
Online persona management
#5
What is a strong and secure password typically characterized by?
Short length and common words
Complex combination of letters, numbers, and symbols
Using personal information like birthdays
Repeating patterns for easy recall
#6
What does phishing involve in the context of internet safety?
Catching harmful viruses on your computer
Sending unsolicited emails
Attempting to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information
Blocking access to websites
#7
Which of the following is NOT a secure practice while using public Wi-Fi networks?
Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Logging in to secure websites with HTTPS
Sharing sensitive information openly
Verifying the network's legitimacy
#8
Which of the following is a potential risk associated with oversharing on social media?
Increased online privacy
Identity theft
Enhanced digital literacy
Improved online relationships
#9
What does the term 'malware' refer to in the context of internet safety?
A type of secure password
Software designed to harm or exploit computer systems
A secure online payment method
A reliable antivirus program
#10
What does the term 'Digital Footprint' refer to in the context of online activity?
Physical prints left on a digital screen
The history of online activity and information left by a user
A type of online virus
A measure of internet speed
#11
What is the purpose of a firewall in the context of internet security?
To filter out unwanted emails
To block unauthorized access to a network
To enhance internet speed
To optimize search engine results
#12
In the context of internet safety, what does the term 'VPN' stand for?
Virtual Private Network
Very Private Network
Visual Processing Node
Virtual Processing Node
#13
What is the purpose of encryption in the context of internet security?
To slow down data transmission
To encode data to make it unreadable without the proper key
To increase the risk of hacking
To delete sensitive information
#14
What is the term for a fake website designed to mimic a legitimate one in order to deceive people?
Phreaking
Phishing
Spoofing
Scamming
#15
What does the term 'Spear Phishing' refer to in the context of internet security?
A type of fishing activity
A targeted form of phishing, focusing on specific individuals
A method to improve online speed
A secure method of communication