Computers101 - Internet and Windows Q2
What is Wi-Fi?
A wireless Internet connection
Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, iTunes, and Adobe Photoshop are examples of __________.
Applications
Which of these email messages is most likely to be spam?
SweepsADay
You cannot get a computer virus if you install antivirus software.
False
What is a browser cookie?
It's a small piece of data that tracks your preferences on different websites.
Which of the following are types of computer hardware? Check all that apply.
Keyboard, Processor, Motherboard, Mouse, Hard drive
Windows, OS X, and Linux are examples of __________.
Operating systems
Which of the following payment methods are safe for online transactions? Check all that apply.
PayPal and similar online payment services, Credit card
__________ are messages that try to trick you into providing sensitive information.
Phishing scams
Which of the following are examples of common threats you may encounter online? Check all that apply.
Phishing, Malware, Spam
Which of the following are good ways to protect your computer? Check all that apply.
Plug it into a surge protector, Install antivirus software, Back up important files
There are three types of computers below. Which one is the laptop?
Should be the 2nd picture
Where would you check to see if a website is using a secure connection? Click on the correct location in the image of the web browser below:
The lock icon
Match the following:
Tower, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse
Clicking ads and pop-ups could expose your computer to malware.
True
The things you share on social networking sites like Facebook are generally more public than things you share over email or instant messaging.
True
When something is saved to the cloud, it means it's stored on Internet servers instead of on your computer's hard drive.
True
Which of the following is NOT recommended when creating a strong password?
Using the same password for multiple accounts.
Which of the following would be considered a strong password?
p3MberLY%Av
RAM is like a computer's __________. while a hard rive is like a computer's __________.
short-term memory/long-term memory
