Cybersecurity Basics
Online Safety
IT & Computers
Exelon & Energy
100

The secret word you use to log in to a computer or website?

Password

100

Should you share your password with friends or classmates?

No

100

What device do you use to click, scroll, and select items on a computer screen?

A mouse

100

Exelon is a company that provides what 2 important services to homes and businesses?

Electricity and Gas

200

What does it mean if a website address starts with “https”?

The site is secure

200

What is it called when someone is treated badly or threatened online?

Cyberbullying

200
What does "I T" stand for?

Information Technology

200

What is it called when the electricity goes out in a city?

A power outage

300

What type of software helps protect your computer from viruses and malware?

Antivirus software

300

What is it called when information is scrambled so only authorized users can read it?

Encryption

300

What is the main “brain” of a computer that processes information?

The CPU

300

Name one way technology helps keep the power grid safer.

Monitor systems, protect against hackers, detect problems early

(any of these is acceptable)

400

What do we call a fake message or email that tries to trick you into sharing personal information?

Phishing

400

Why should public Wi-Fi be used carefully?

It may not be secure and others can spy on data.

400

What is the purpose of a firewall?

To block unauthorized access to and protect data.

400

How many utilities does Exelon have?

6 (Bonus for each utility they can name)

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