Internet Safety Vocabulary
What is spam?
The term for unwelcome emails, often sent in bulk.
What is creating a strong password?
This is the first thing you need to do when creating a new online account to protect your personal information.
What is cyberbullying?
The term for frequent harassment or bullying someone over digital platforms. (Such as Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook et.)
What is a firewall?
A software designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network.
What is personal information?
You should never share this details publically online, such as your address or phone number. (etc.)
What is COPPA? (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
The legal act that protects the privacy of children under the age of 13 while using online services.
What is phishing?
The act of using fake websites, emails, or messages to trick individuals into giving up personal information.
What is two factor authentication? (2FA)
Enabling this feature adds a second layer of protection and security by requiring a code sent to your phone or email.
What is a padlock symbol or HTTPS?
The symbol often displayed in your browser that indicates a website is secure and using encryption.
What is a virus?
A type of harmful software that replicates itself in order to infect and to spread to other computers.
What is clearing your browser history and cookies?
This action can prevent websites from tracking your activities and collecting your personal data through accepting cookies.
What is fraud or scam?
If you receive an online message from an unknown person asking for money, this type of scam is likely being attempted.
What is digital footprint?
A trail of data that a person leaves behind while using the internet.
What is verifying a source or reading reviews?
Before downloading a file or app, you should ensure it's from a trusted source.
What is reporting it or blocking the user?
You should do this while encountering online content that makes you uncomfortable or seems suspicious.