Vocabualry Unit 4: Risks of social network

Question 1

The state of being free from public attention or intrusion into one’s personal information or
affairs

Answer 1

Privacy

Question 2

The digital representation of a person’s identity and presence on the internet.

Answer 2

Online Identity

Question 3

The use of electronic communication to harass, intimidate, or harm others, often
through social media platforms.

Answer 3

Cyberbullying

Question 4

Unwanted or persistent behavior that causes distress or discomfort to an individual,
often through online channels

Answer 4

Harassment

Question 5

The fraudulent practice of tricking individuals into revealing personal or sensitive
information through deceptive online communication.

Answer 5

Phishing

Question 6

A fraudulent scheme or operation aimed at deceiving individuals for financial gain, often
through social media platforms.

Answer 6

Scam

Question 7

Measures and practices designed to protect computer systems, networks, and data
from unauthorized access or attacks.

Answer 7

Cybersecurity

Question 8

The unauthorized access or exposure of sensitive or confidential information, often
resulting in the compromise of personal data.

Answer 8

Data Breach

Question 9

Social media accounts that are created with false information and intentions, often
used for deceptive purposes.

Answer 9

Fake Profiles

Question 10

The persistent and unwanted online pursuit or harassment of an individual, often
involving threats or intimidation.

Answer 10

Cyberstalking

Question 11

Individuals who use social media platforms to target and exploit others, particularly vulnerable individuals, for grooming or harmful purposes

Answer 11

Online Predators

Question 12

A compulsive and excessive dependence or preoccupation with social media platforms, resulting in negative effects on one’s well-being and daily life.

Answer 12

Addiction

Question 13

False or inaccurate information that is spread unintentionally, often leading to confusion, or misunderstanding.

Answer 13

Misinformation

Question 14

Deliberately false or misleading information presented as legitimate news, often
disseminated through social media channels.

Answer 14

Fake News

Question 15

The perception and image that an individual or entity has on the internet, often
influenced by social media interactions and content.

Answer 15

Online Reputation

Question 16

The psychological manipulation or deceitful tactics used to gain access to
personal information or resources through online interactions

Answer 16

Social Engineering

Question 17

The act of targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly children or adolescents, for
grooming, exploitation, or abuse through social media platforms.

Answer 17

Online Predation

Question 18

Revealing excessive or personal information online, often compromising one’s privacy
and security

Answer 18

Oversharing

Question 19

The traces and records of an individual’s online activities and interactions, often
collected and stored by social media platforms.

Answer 19

Digital Footprint

Question 20

The overwhelming amount of information encountered on social media
platforms, leading to difficulty in filtering and assessing its accuracy or relevance.

Answer 20

Information Overload