internet safety

it refers to the online security or safety of people and their information when using internet.

It is network etiquette, the do's and don'ts of online communication.

It is a piece of malicious computer code that attaches itself to a software program, email or computer file without your permission. It can transfers through the internet and local networks or data storage like flash drives and CD’s

tricks that the user use in posting a security software. It asks the user to pay to improve his/her security but in reality that are not protected at all.

It is a malicious program that is disguised as a useful program but once downloaded or installed, leaves your PC unprotected and allows hackers to get your information.

It is a malicious program that transfers from one computer to another by any type of means. It uses computer network to spread itself. Ex. ILOVEYOU worm Love Bug Worm created by Filipino

It is a program that runs in the background without you knowing it. It has the ability to monitor what you are currently doing and typing through keylogging.

used to record the keystroke done by the user. This is done to steal their password or any other sensitive information. It can record email, messages or any information you type using your keyboard.

A program designed to send your advertisement, mostly as pop-ups

Refers to the transmission of unsolicited messages from various origins using electric messaging systems

It is more complicated way of phishing where it exploits the DNS (Domain Name Service) system

It is a software or a program used by an attacker to obtain personal information. It targets the passwords to hack and take control of a user account.

Treat others as you would like to be treated

It is a personal insult communicated through the internet

people may misinterpret