Application Based Questions

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Chapter: 08. Online Surfing And Cyber Security

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Arun, a software engineer in Gurugram, needs to transfer money urgently to his parents in Varanasi because his mother is hospitalised. He’s unsure which money transfer option is best for this urgent situation. What are some good options and reasons for using them?

A good option for Arun would be to use E-banking services such as online fund transfer (e.g., NEFT, IMPS, or UPI) through his bank’s mobile app or website. These methods are best for urgent situations because they allow for near-instant or same-day fund transfers, which is crucial in a medical emergency. They offer convenience, allowing transfers from anywhere at any time using a computer or smartphone, and avoid the delays of traditional cheque clearances, while also providing secure transactions.

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Nishant, needing to submit his science project after the deadline, uses his father’s logged-in email without permission to send it to his teacher. Was this the right action? If not, what is an alternative solution?

No, using someone else’s email account without their explicit permission is not the right action. It is a breach of privacy and trust, violating proper online etiquette or netiquettes. An alternative solution for Nishant would be to first inform his father about the situation and ask for permission to use the email, or even better, request his father to send the email on his behalf. Ideally, Nishant should communicate directly with his teacher from his own email account, explaining the situation honestly and requesting permission to submit the project late.

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Your younger sibling is starting to send emails for school. What advice would you give them about sending polite and effective emails, especially regarding the subject line and using capital letters?

I would advise my sibling to always make sure the email’s subject line clearly states what the email is about, so the recipient understands its purpose immediately. It’s also very important to avoid typing anything in all capital letters because, in online communication, this is considered to be like shouting and can come across as rude or aggressive. Additionally, they should keep their signature small and simple and try to overlook minor typing mistakes if they receive one.

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You want to join a new online gaming community. What precautions should you take to protect your personal information and safety when interacting with new people online?

When joining a new online gaming community, I would take several precautions to protect my personal information and safety. First, I would never provide any personal details like my real address, phone number, or school name to anyone. I would also make sure my browser’s privacy settings are always turned on. Furthermore, I would use the internet only in the presence of my elders, never share my passwords with anyone other than my parents, and never agree to meet anyone in person who I’ve only known online without my parents’ explicit permission and supervision.

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You hear about someone’s social media account being “hacked.” What does this mean, and how can someone protect their own accounts from similar incidents?

When someone’s social media account is “hacked,” it means an unauthorized person has gained access to their account without permission. This allows the hacker to potentially steal personal information, change account settings, or post content, causing problems for the owner. To protect their own accounts, someone should always use strong, unique passwords that are difficult to guess. They should also regularly check and keep their privacy settings on social media and other online services enabled to control who can see their information, and be cautious about clicking suspicious links or responding to unknown messages.

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