Safe browsing habits in Intro to Computing - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is 'safe browsing'?

Safe browsing means using the internet carefully to avoid risks like viruses, scams, or stealing personal information.

beginner

Why should you avoid clicking on unknown links in emails or messages?

Unknown links can lead to harmful websites that try to steal your information or install viruses on your device.

beginner

What is a strong password and why is it important?

A strong password is long, uses letters, numbers, and symbols, and is hard to guess. It protects your accounts from being hacked.

intermediate

How does using HTTPS help keep you safe online?

HTTPS means the website encrypts your data, so others can’t easily see or steal what you send or receive.

intermediate

What should you do if a website asks for more personal information than necessary?

Be cautious and avoid giving extra personal details. Only share what is needed and on trusted websites.

Which of these is a sign of a safe website?

A The website address starts with 'https://'

B The website has many pop-up ads

C The website asks for your password immediately

D The website looks very colorful

Websites starting with 'https://' use encryption to protect your data, making them safer.

What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with a link?

A Click the link to see what it is

B Reply asking who they are

C Delete the email without clicking the link

D Forward it to friends

Deleting unknown emails without clicking links helps avoid phishing and malware.

Which is the best way to create a strong password?

A Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

B Use 'password123'

C Use your pet’s name

D Use your birthdate

Strong passwords mix letters, numbers, and symbols to make guessing difficult.

Why should you avoid sharing too much personal info online?

A It helps websites remember you

B It can slow down your internet

C It makes websites load faster

D It can be used by bad people to harm you

Sharing too much personal info can lead to identity theft or scams.

What is phishing?

A A way to catch fish online

B A scam to trick you into giving personal info

C A type of website design

D A method to speed up browsing

Phishing tricks people into sharing private info by pretending to be trustworthy.

Explain how you can recognize a safe website and why it matters.

Think about what you see in the website address bar.

Describe three habits you should follow to stay safe while browsing the internet.

Consider what keeps your information and device safe.