FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

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COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

TYPES OF COMPUTER SECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
You receive an e-mail message informing you that you have won a new iPad tablet. It says that all you have to do is reply to the e-mail and enter a form with your personal information. What should you do?
A
Do not reply to the e-mail but call the sender on the phone to give your personal information and accept your prize.
B
Do not reply, and be sure to delete the e-mail message.
C
Reply, but be careful about the information you submit.
D
Scan the e-mail message with an anti-virus program before replying.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Spyware is a type of program that is installed with or without your permission on your personal computers to collect information about users, their computer or browsing habits tracks each and everything that you do without your knowledge and send it to remote user.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cyberbullying is the use of technology to harass, threaten, embarrass, or target another person. Online threats and mean, aggressive, or rude texts, tweets, posts, or messages all count. So does posting personal information, pictures, or videos designed to hurt or embarrass someone else.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which statement is true about mobile devices and your personal information? Mobile devices cannot be lost or stolen so your information is secure in them. Mobile devices must be protected because they contain private information about the owner.

Detailed explanation-4: -Why should Elsie be cautious about the messages and images she posts online? Because posts can exist forever.

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