Introduction
Name one place where you can sign up for free email on the internet.
Google, Yahoo, etc.
What do scammers want and why?
They want your information so that they can get to your money.
Is it ok to post your address on Facebook?
No. You should never send or post your address online.
What is cyberbullying?
The use of electronic communication to bully a person.
What is a computer virus?
A computer virus attacks your computer and makes it "sick."
What are two ways people communicate using the internet?
Email, instant messaging, chat, video chat, social media,blogs, pictures.
What is phishing?
Phishing is a way of getting your information through email.
What should you do if someone is harassing you on any social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)?
Block them or unfriend.
Name one way people communicate electronically.
Online websites, cell phones, email, chatting, social media sites.
Is it ok to download an unknown file to your computer?
No. An unknown file could be a computer virus.
What is an internet browser?
•An Internet Browser is a software program that enables you to view Web pages on your computer. Browsers connect computers to the Internet, and allow people to “surf the Web.”
What are scare tactics?
Scare tactics are emails or other communications with threatening messages.
Is it safe to have an online relationship?
It's risky because the person may be a phony.
Someone sends you a mean or threatening text or email. Is this cyberbullying?
Yes. Cyberbullying is electronic communication such as online websites, email, texting/calling someone.
If you see a button to a web site you don't know, is it ok to click it and check it out?
No. This could be a virus.
Name two ways to open a website
Type in the Address Bar
Click on a link
How can you tell a rental listing is a scam?
It's listed in more than one place; the "owner" is out of the country; the "owner" demands a money order or makes emotional or pressuring appeals
What's the best way to protect your computer?
Install anti-virus/anti-malware software.
Does Mary need permission from Sally to post a picture of her on Facebook?
Yes. You must get permission from someone in order to post a picture of them online.
A website tells you that you won a trip to Hawaii and asks you to click on the link to claim your prize! What do you do?
Do not click on the link, as this could be a virus.
Name two search engines
Google, Bing, Yahoo
What should you do if you get an email and there are typos or random numbers in the address?
Delete it without opening.
Name one way to keep your personal information safe?
Keep social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram private. Do not give out your email, address, phone number, full name, school, social security number to anyone online.
What should you do if someone posted mean comments on your Facebook?
Block the person. Print out the comment and do not delete it from the website. Report them to Facebook.
Can a virus destroy your computer?
Yes, a virus can permanently ruin and destroy your computer or could be very expensive to get fixed.