Staying Safe Online: A Quiz

Which of the following is the most secure way to create a password for your online accounts?

• Using your date of birth

• Using a combination of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters

• Using your pet’s name

• Using the word “password”

What is phishing?

• A type of computer virus

• An attempt to trick you into giving away personal information via fake emails or websites

• A method of encrypting data

• A way to speed up your internet connection

Which of the following is a strong precaution to take when using public Wi-Fi?

• Accessing your bank account

• Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

• Turning off your device’s firewall

• Sharing files with strangers

What does HTTPS in a website address indicate?

• The website is under maintenance

• The website is secure and data is encrypted

• The website is hosted in the UK

• The website is a government site

Which of the following is NOT a common sign of a scam email?

• Poor spelling and grammar

• Requests for urgent action

• Personalised greeting with your full name

• Suspicious links or attachments

What is malware?

• A type of computer hardware

• Malicious software designed to harm or exploit any device or network

• A secure way to store passwords

• A type of internet browser

Which of the following is the safest way to dispose of an old computer?

• Throw it in the bin

• Donate it without wiping the hard drive

• Remove and destroy the hard drive or securely erase all data

• Sell it online without checking for personal files

What should you do if you receive a suspicious message from your bank?

• Click the link and enter your details

• Ignore it and delete it immediately

• Contact your bank using the official phone number or website

• Forward it to your friends

Which of the following is an example of two-factor authentication?

• Logging in with just a password

• Logging in with a password and a code sent to your phone

• Logging in with your username only

• Logging in with your email address only

What is the main purpose of a firewall?

• To cool down your computer

• To block unauthorised access to or from a private network

• To increase internet speed

• To store your files securely