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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a digital footprint?
A
A print of a digital photograph showing a footprint
B
Information about yourself that you post online for anyone to obtain
C
Your assigned page in an online social networking site
D
A drawing of your own footprint using digital graphics software
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A digital footprint – sometimes called a digital shadow or an electronic footprint – refers to the trail of data you leave when using the internet. It includes websites you visit, emails you send, and information you submit online. A digital footprint can be used to track a person’s online activities and devices.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your digital footprint is any information you leave about yourself online, from comments on social media, pictures and posts to app use, emails and the websites you visit. It’s important to be aware of the online trail you leave.

Detailed explanation-3: -So what is a digital footprint? A digital footprint is data that is left behind when users have been online. There are two types of digital footprints which are passive and active. A passive footprint is made when information is collected from the user without the person knowing this is happening.

Detailed explanation-4: -Your digital footprint includes photos, social media posts, and words you’ve shared online. It also includes passwords, demographic data, online purchases, and IP addresses associated with your digital profile.

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