Tech+ 2.2.2 Privacy in Communication

What is one reason SMS texts are not very secure?

• They use encryption

• They are sent in plain text

• They are stored for a long time

• They are expensive to send.

Which protocol does texting use?

• Internet Protocol (IP)

• Short Message Service (SMS)

• Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)

• File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

Which company has been criticized for sharing users' plain-text messages?

• Google

• Apple

• Meta

• Microsoft

Why are emails not usually encrypted when sent through services like Gmail or Outlook?

• It is too expensive

• It is unnecessary

• It is illegal

• It is too slow

Why is it important to verify an email sender's identity?

• To make emails look professional

• To ensure the email is from a trusted source

• To increase email speed

• To reduce email size

What is a safe practice when receiving unsolicited requests for information?

• Provide all requested details

• Ignore the request

• Verify the legitimacy of the request

• Forward the request to friends.

What can happen if you click on suspicious links in emails?

• Your device may become faster

• You may win a prize

• Malware may be installed on your device

• Your email will be deleted.

Which of the following is NOT a function of malware?

• Capture keystrokes

• Access files

• Improve device performance

• Steal personal information