Chapter: 08. Online Surfing And Cyber Security
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (5 Marks)
Choose the best answer for each question.
Which of these is NOT a communication service offered by the Internet?
a) E-mail
b) Video conferencing
c) Google Drive
d) Chatting What is one major advantage of using Voice-over-Internet Protocol (VoIP)?
a) It requires no internet connection.
b) It always has perfect sound quality without delay.
c) VoIP to VoIP calls are generally free.
d) It is only available on desktop computers. What is a main purpose of social networking services?
a) To send electronic mail to many people at once.
b) To connect people with common interests and allow them to share ideas.
c) To help people withdraw cash from ATM machines.
d) To store data on a remote server instead of a local computer. Which of the following best describes a cyber threat?
a) An online game played by many users.
b) A criminal activity that uses computers to cause harm or steal data.
c) A new way to store files securely online.
d) A set of rules for polite online communication. When using email, typing in ALL CAPS is considered to be:
a) A way to emphasize important points.
b) Shouting at the person.
c) A common Netiquette.
d) A sign of respect. Section B: Fill in the Blanks (5 Marks)
Complete the sentences with the correct word(s).
The Internet is a _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ accessible from all over the world. The technique of watching the person while talking to them is called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _. The first VoIP service was developed in 1973 by _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ refers to the process of changing the data going into or out of a computer. The process of protecting computer resources from unauthorised access, damage, or attack is called _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _. Section C: True or False (5 Marks)
Read each statement and write True or False.
Facebook is primarily an e-mail service provider. A News Admin’s role in a newsgroup is to approve comments before they are posted. E-banking automatically debits the amount from your bank account when you withdraw cash from an ATM. It is generally safe to share your passwords with strangers you meet online. Cracked software is often called pirated software and is considered illegal. Section D: Explanations of Terms (3 Marks)
Explain each term in one to two sentences.
Section E: Short Answer Questions (6 Marks)
Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.
What are two benefits of using e-greetings instead of traditional paper greeting cards? Why can social networking services sometimes be considered a source of distraction for students? Briefly explain the role of a News Admin in a newsgroup. How is hacking different from cracking? Section F: Application-Based Questions (6 Marks)
Answer the following questions based on real-life scenarios.
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? 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? Section G: Long Answer Questions (5 Marks)
Answer the following questions in detail.
Imagine you are teaching a new student about online safety. List and explain at least four important safety measures they should keep in mind while using the Internet. Define cyber security. Explain at least three reasons why cyber crimes are increasing around the world. 
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