December Quiz Step 1 of 6 16% NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Which of the following is the best practice when creating a password? Use your birthday or pet’s name to make it easy to remember Use common words or simple patterns like “Password” or “qwerty123” Create a password that avoids personal information and common patterns Use your username as your password for convenience When creating an online account, which of the following is a good practice? Leave all settings at default Check and adjust privacy settings Accept every friend request you receive Make your profile public so more people follow you What can happen if you do not use antivirus software or keep it updated? Your device could become infected with malware from phishing links or malicious files Your device will run out of storage space faster You may not be able to install new apps Your internet connection will stop working Which of the following is a type of phishing attack used by cybercriminals? Smishing – Using deceptive SMS or text messages to trick victims Whaling – Targeting high-profile individuals like executives with phishing attempts Vishing – Using voice calls, often automated, to deceive people All of the above What is the safest way to complete a purchase from an online marketplace? Meet at your home so you don’t have to travel Bring a large amount of cash to the transaction Meet in a public, well-lit area with security cameras or high foot traffic Share your address to make the buyer or seller feel comfortable Why is it recommended to use a trusted VPN when connecting to public Wi-Fi? To secure your connection and protect your data from potential threats To allow websites to track your browsing activity To increase the speed of your internet connection To avoid using your mobile data plan
