Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners - 2022 Edition - Part 02 - How to Disappear Online

The video tutorial discusses the challenges of completely disappearing from the internet and offers nine steps to minimize one's digital footprint. These steps include deactivating primary accounts, searching and deleting personal information, falsifying data on non-deletable accounts, unsubscribing from mailing lists, and using tools to remove search engine results. The tutorial emphasizes that while complete disappearance is unlikely, these measures can significantly enhance online privacy. The video concludes with a reminder to check resources for further information.

What is the main challenge mentioned in the introduction regarding disappearing online?

• It's easy to completely erase your digital footprint.

• There are still ways people can trace your online activities.

• Disappearing online is unnecessary.

• Everyone can disappear online with ease.

Which of the following is the first step to reduce your online presence?

• Contacting webmasters

• Using a paid service

• Deactivating primary accounts

• Deleting email accounts

What should you do if you cannot delete an account on a certain site?

• Contact the site's support

• Falsify the account information

• Ignore the account

• Create a new account

Which service is mentioned as a tool to help remove URLs from search results?

• Bing URL Removal

• Yahoo URL Removal

• Yandex URL Removal

• Google URL Removal Tool

What is a suggested action to take with your phone company to enhance privacy?

• Change your phone number

• Use a prepaid phone

• Ensure your number is unlisted

• Switch to a new provider