2. TOPIC WILL BE COVERED
• Internet Security
• Malware
• PC Security
3. INTERNET SECURITY
Difference between Browsing and Surfing:
• Browsing means searching for something specific.
• Surfing means randomly searching for something.
12. PHISHING AND EMAIL SCAMS
• Phishing is the attempt to obtain sensitive information such as
usernames, passwords, and credit card details (and, indirectly, money),
often for malicious reasons, by disguising as a trustworthy entity in an
electronic communication.
• Email Scams The intended victim is often told their name or email
address was selected through a random computer ballot and
by a marketing company. In order to claim their so-called winnings, the
victim is asked to provide their bank account details and other
information. The victim is asked to contact the claims agent or award
14. MALWARE
“Software which is specifically designed to disrupt,
damage, or gain authorized access to a computer system”.
• Types of Malware;
1. Virus: A Piece Of Code Which Is Capable Of Corrupting The System Or
Or Destroying Data.
2. Worm: Utilize Networks To Send Copies Of The Original Code To
Other Computers By Sending Documents Via Email.
3. Trojan: Which Misleads Users Of Its True Intent.
18. ANTI-VIRUS
“ D E S I G N E D TO D E T E C T A N D D E S T R O Y C O M P U T E R
V I R U S E S ”.
I M P O R TA N T F O R A N T I - V I R U S
1 ) D E F I N I T I O N
2 ) U P D AT E