COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS PHISHING
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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A link to open another site
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A webpage that has a secure connection
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A program that prevents you from leaving the page
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A warning that you are not allowed to view this webpage
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Detailed explanation-1: -The lock symbol and related URL containing “https” simply mean that the connection between your web browser and the website server is encrypted, which is important. It prevents others from eavesdropping or intercepting your communication between your browser and the website’s server.
Detailed explanation-2: -The padlock icon on your browser means that you are browsing a secured website.
Detailed explanation-3: -A padlock (or lock) icon displayed in a web browser indicates a secure communication channel between the browser and the server on which the website is hosted. It signifies that the connection to the website is encrypted using HTTPS and has an SSL/TLS certificate.
Detailed explanation-4: -An encryption icon indicates that the website uses the HTTPS protocol, has a digital identity certificate and encrypts information. To view the website’s certificate, click the icon. A grey lock icon indicates a standard certificate.
Detailed explanation-5: -You should see a padlock – some browsers colour it green – in the address bar. That means that the whole website is encrypted. In other browsers you will also sometimes see a padlock with a warning triangle. This means that some pages on the website aren’t encrypted, though others are.