Chapter 1
Places that exist online and not in the real world.
Virtual
The global communication network
Internet
Repeatedly sending messages with a bad meaning
Harassment
When your private information is stolen and someone else impersonates you
Identity theft
Potentially dangerous security breaches on your computer
Computer threats
Term given to the world of computers and other electronic devices.
Cyberworld
When you are on the internet
Online
Insulting someone else online
Flaming
People who try to steal your information on purpose
Identity thieves
People who try to break into your computer system
Hackers
Term used to describe online environment of the cyber world.
Cyber Space
People can gather information from these websites.
Informational websites
Revealing someones information or preferences online
Outing
Information that identifies you
Cyber criminals
When you understand how electronic devices and the online world work.
Cyber literacy
World Wide Web
Using digital tools to spread lies
Degradation
Locks that keep your private information safe
Passwords
Viruses
It includes websites and other online things.
Digital Media
This helps us wade through the internet.
Search engine
Impersonating someone else online
Personal information
Cyber criminals use this to redirect users to a different website
Pharming