Basic Concepts
Turning information into a secret code so others can’t read it.
What is encryption?
Breaking into a computer or network without permission.
What is hacking?
A secret word or combination used to lock or unlock an account.
What is a password?
This device connects your home network to the internet.
What is a modem or router?
This is the safest type of password: short or long?
What is long?
A harmful program that can damage your computer or steal data.
What is a virus?
A program that sneaks into your computer and spies on what you’re doing.
What is spyware?
The recommended number of characters for a strong password.
What is at least 8?
A secure way to use the internet when you’re not at home, often used for work.
What is a VPN?
When a website asks you to create a password, it’s better to include these characters besides letters.
What are numbers and symbols?
The digital identity that represents you when you go online.
What is a user profile?
A type of bad software that locks your computer and asks for money to unlock it.
What is ransomware?
A tool that helps you remember and create strong passwords.
What is a password manager?
A system that blocks harmful connections to your computer.
What is a firewall?
Your friend posts a quiz on social media asking for fun facts like your pet's name and birthday. Why should you think twice before answering?
What is it could help someone guess your passwords?
Pretending to be someone else to trick people.
What is phishing?
A harmful email attachment or link that installs malware on your computer.
What is a malicious file?
A login system that asks for a password and a code sent to your phone.
What is two-factor authentication?
The type of encryption commonly used to secure Wi-Fi networks.
What is WPA2 or WPA3?
Before clicking on a link in an email, what’s one thing you can check to make sure it’s safe?
What is the sender’s email address?
This is the term for protecting information from being accessed by unauthorized people.
What is cybersecurity?
Overloading a website with fake visitors to make it crash.
What is a DDoS attack?
A way to log in using your fingerprint or face.
What is biometric authentication?
A secure connection between your device and a website. It starts with this.
What is HTTPS or Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure?
You see a USB stick lying on the ground. Should you plug it into your computer? Why or why not?
What is no, because it might contain a virus?