Safe internet use Flashcards
1
Q
What is an internet hoax?
A
An email or article intended to deceive others.
2
Q
What is a computer virus?
A
Program written to disrupt the functioning of a computer without consent.
3
Q
What is a computer worm?
A
Malware that is able to automatically distribute over a network.
4
Q
What is Trojan?
A
Destructive program disguised as useful application.
5
Q
What is spam?
A
Unwanted email ads sent to you.
6
Q
What is phising?
A
Pose as a legitimate organisation to trick people to give their personal information.
7
Q
What is pharming?
A
Criminal “hijacks” a legit website to steal people’s personal details.
8
Q
What is email spoofing?
A
Forgery of an email header so that the source appears to be from a different origin.
