Safe internet use

Question 1

A computer virus is loaded onto a computer without the knowledge or consent of the owner.

Answer

true

Question 2

What is a computer worm?

Accepted Answer

Malware that is able to distribute itself over a network, normally via e-mail.

Answer

A distructive programme disguised as a useful application.

Question 3

Trojans is an e-mail being sent to you in the form of advertising products that you did not request.

Answer

true

Question 4

Choose the correct prevention tip for spam.

Accepted Answer

Check if your ISP can help.

Answer

Never accept information at face value.

Answer

Avoid pirated software.

Question 5

What is an internet hoax?

Accepted Answer

An email message or article intended to decieve or defraud others.

Answer

Attempts from people to con users into giving out personal and confidential information.

Question 6

Choose the correct prevention tip from hoaxes and scams.

Accepted Answer

Always check the source of the information and try to determine whether it is reliable.

Answer

Investigate the capabilities of your e-mail programme.

Question 7

Choose the correct prevention tip for phishing.

Accepted Answer

Check that the site is secure.

Answer

Ensure that you have up to date anti spyware software installed.

Answer

Disable the autorun feature.

Question 8

Pharming is an uidentity theft scam

Answer

true

Question 9

Email spoofing is the chamgimg of an e-mail header so that the origin of the e-mail appears to be from a different source.

Answer

true

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