Cyber Terms
A machine we use to work, play, and surf the internet.
What is a "computer"?
To keep safe from harm.
What does "protect" mean?
A machine we use to work, play, and surf the internet.
What is a "computer"?
A program that can harm a computer.
What is a "virus"?
Keep password secret and do not share it.
What is best practice for keeping password?
Programs that run on a computer, like games and apps.
What is "software"?
To change information into a secret code to keep it safe.
What does "encrypt" mean?
A small computer that can make calls and run apps.
What is a "smartphone"?
A person who tries to get into computers without permission.
What is a "hacker"?
To keep your computer safe with the latest fixes.
Why should you update your software?
Information stored on a computer, like pictures and documents.
What is "data"?
To make something new, like fixing software to keep it safe.
What does "update" mean?
A system that helps protect a computer from attacks.
What is a "firewall"?
Tricks used to get personal information by pretending to be someone else.
What is "phishing"?
Be careful and check if it is safe.
What are best actions when opening unknown email?
A secret word or phrase used to access a computer or account.
What is "password"?
To watch or check something for problems.
What does "monitor" mean?
A computer that provides data to other computers.
What is a "server"?
When someone gets into a computer system without permission.
What is a "breach"?
To block unauthorized connections.
Why should you use a firewall?
A group of connected computers that share information.
What is "network"?
To stop something from entering, like stopping a virus.
What does "block" mean?
A device that connects computers to the internet.
What is a "router"?
Bad software that can harm your computer.
What is "malware"?
Use strong passwords and encrypt your data.
What are ways to protect your data?