Internet Safety
What does a phishing email look like?
A phishing email appears to come from a financial institution, a large company, a chain store, a social networking site, or a government agency and the messages try to mimic a legitimate site by using the same or similar colors, logos, fonts and layout and they often include a link to a legitimate-looking but fake web page that asks you to enter your personal information
When was the first radio invented?
In the mid 1890's
When was the first tv invented?
September 7, 1927
How many people are on social media?
3.96 billion people
What's the difference between a virus, worm, trojan, and spyware?
Virus- invades a computer and copies, deletes or damages data
Worm- virus that reproduces itself and spreads to other computers
Trojan- virus that, despite appearing to be good or helpful, actually destroys your data, damages your computer, and steals your personal information
Spyware- software that tracks your online activity, can launch numerous pop-up ads, and may steal your personal information or change your computer settings without your knowing.
Who invented the first radio?
William Dubilier
Who invented the first tv?
Philo Taylor Farnsworth
What is the most popular social media platform?
What is a firewall?
A firewall is a virtual barrier between your computer and the Internet and everything that comes in or leaves your computer must go through firewall and it blocks anything that doesn't meet security criteria.
How are radios useful?
It serves as communication,provide jobs, play a day to day role in the lives of communities and also provide an outlet for messaging and activities which are local sports, community events, special events and etc.
What was the first tv called?
Image Dissector
How long does the average person spend on social media per day?
145 minutes per day
How does a spam filter work?
A spam filter reduces the number of unwelcome emails and messages that goes into your inbox
What are the advantages of radio?
allows you to target specific demographics, advertising is less expensive, radio advertising gives you an emotional edge, quick lead times, captive audience, cost effective at building your brand that you have
When was the first tv sold?
1929
What is the fastest growing social media platform?
TikTok
What is a privacy policy and where do you find it?
A privacy policy states when and how the company might use your information and where you can find it is there should be a link on the site's homepage or you can go to the general information page called "About Us"
What are the disadvantages of radio?
lack of visuals, radio advertising is very short, relies on frequency so it can be effective and that can be costly, competition in the morning can be very very high
How much did the first tv cost?
$1295
What are the top 10 social media apps?
SocialBee, TikTok, Trello, Reddit, LinkedIN, Twitch, Instagram, facebook, YouTube, Discord