What is a spoofed site?
a website set up to look like another website (fake site)
What are some issues that can occur when you spend a lot of time online?
It can hurt friendships, grades, mental health, etc.
What does Anitvirus software do?
it searches for files that cause harm and tries to fix them by erasing or disabling the commands
Why is it not a good idea to keep all your credit cards in your wallet or purse?
Because it can get stolen.
Name two ways to prevent identity theft. (There were eight.)
Educate, Check credit report annually, Check monthly statements, Don't give out info, Secure websites, Strong Passwords, Shred Mail, Firewall
What is the best practice for your PINs for credit or debit cards?
To memorize them.
What does a firewall do?
prevents other computers on the internet from accessing a computer OR prevents a program on the computer from accessing the Internet
What is cyberbullying?
the electronic posting of mean-spirited messages about a person (such as a student) often done anonymously
What is software used to track a computer user's internet usage?
Spyware
Why is it important to disregard Internet hoaxes, chain emails, and constant messaging?
It can contain harmful viruses and could clog up your email
What is the way you tell your readers that certain material in your work came from another source?
Citation, cite your source
What is the best way to find out if something is true?
Research the information
What do you do if you are a victim of identity theft? (There are five.)
Contact FTC, notify the 3 credit bureaus, file police report, contact creditors, make complaints in writing
Why are people meaner online than in person?
They can stay anonymous.
What is tricky about online communication whether it is email or text?
Lack of emotional details and tone so it leads to misunderstandings.
What makes a good password?
A mix of letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and symbols that you can remember.
What is a redirect from a legitimate site that sends a customer to a criminal's spoofed site?
Pharming
What is the fastest growing crime in America?
Identity Theft
What is the unauthorized use of or damage to a computer or computer files called?
Security Threat
What are ways your identity can be stolen?
dumpster diving, shoulder surfing, wallet is stolen, through business records, spoofing, phishing, con game (phone calls)
What is the practice of spying on a user of an ATM, computer, or other electronic device in order to obtain their personal access information?
Shoulder Surfing
What is the act of defrauding an account holder by sending emails to try to gain access to financial information?
Phishing
What is identity theft?
when someone takes your personal information and pretends to be you
What are two examples of Security Threats?
Virus, Spoofed site, phishing, shoulder surfing, pharming, malware, spyware
What is plagiarism?
taking someone else's work and passing it off as your own