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Cybercrime

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  • Is it a good idea to run anti-virus scans regularly?
    yes
  • Is it a good idea to share your password with anybody?
    no
  • What kinds of emails shouldn't you open?
    any emails from people you don’t know
  • How do hackers commit cybercrimes?
    gain access and steal data or infect computers with a virus or a worm
  • Is it a good idea change your password regularly?
    yes
  • Is it a good idea to offensive or harassing messages?
    no
  • Who are hackers?
    highly intelligent programmers who can easily break into computer systems
  • What could be a good username for your email address?
    a word from the dictionary that appeals to you or a secret code that only means something to you
  • What should you do with attachments?
    don’t open any attachments unless they were run through an anti-virus program
  • Is it a good idea to include anything in your username that could indicate your age or home address??
    no
  • What should you do to avoid a lot of spam letters?
    Don’t list your email in an online directory
  • How many private computers are hacked in Britain every year?
    hundreds of thousands
  • Is it a good idea to use your own name as a username?
    no
  • Is it a good idea to type in your password each time?
    yes
  • What does a reliable password look like?
    a combination of letters and numbers
  • What is one of the best ways to protect your computer?
    keep your software updated and run anti-virus scans regularly
  • What kind of password should you use?
    smart and difficult to guess
  • What should you do with your software?
    keep updated
  • What should you do with emails from people you don’t know?
    delete
  • What dangerous mistakes do people make working on their computers?
    Allowing your computer to remember your password