This document discusses internet safety and various cyber threats. It defines cyber crimes, malware, viruses, worms, Trojans, spyware, adware and spam. It also discusses hackers, phishing, pharming, copyright and privacy policies. The document provides tips for safe internet use such as not sharing personal information online, being wary of emails and attachments from strangers, using strong passwords, and avoiding meeting up with online contacts in person.

2. Most of us are ‘connected’ via our
laptops, mobile phones, tablets or
personal computer. The potential for the
internet to be a valuable and a fun
resource for entertainment, making
friends, keeping in touch and learning is
huge.

3. But if you use the internet, you could be
at risk of illegal activity or abuse - be it
bullying, fraud or something more
serious. Unlike seeing someone face to
face, on the net, people aren't always
what they first seem.

4. Cyber crime- a crime committed or a
assisted through the use of the Internet
Privacy Policy/Terms of Services- tells
the user how the website will handle its
data
Malware- stands for malicious software

5. Virus- a malicious program designed
to transfer from one computer to
another in any means possible
Worms- a malicious program
designed to replicate itself and
transfer from one file folder to
another and also transfer to other
computers.

6. Trojan- a malicious program
designed that is disguised as a
useful program but once
downloaded or installed
leaves your PC unprotected
and allows hacker to get your
information.

7. Spyware- a program that runs in the
background without you knowing it.
Adware- a program designed to send
you advertisement, mostly pop-ups.
Spam- unwanted email mostly from
bots or advertisers.

8. Copyright- a part of law, wherein you
have the rights to work, anyone who
uses it without your consent is
punishable by law.
Hacker- s a person skilled
in information technology who uses
their technical knowledge to achieve a
goal or overcome an obstacle, within a
computerized system

9. Phishing- acquires sensitive
personal information like
passwords and credit card details.
Pharming- a more complicated
way of phishing where it exploits
the DNS system

10.  Don't give out personal information such as
your address or phone number.
 Don’t send pictures of yourself to anyone,
especially indecent pictures.
 Don't open emails or attachments from
people you don't know.

11. Don't become online ‘friends’ with people
you don't know.
 Never arrange to meet someone in
person who you've met online.
 If anything you see or read online
worries you, tell someone about it.

12. Make sure you're old enough to join.
 Maybe use a made up name or
nickname on your profile.
 Never give out personal information.
 Do not make friends you don't already
know personally.

13. Maybe use an email address that does not
include your name.
 Always use a ‘strong’ password. That is, don't
use any names or words that someone might
guess, like the name of your dog or your favorite
singer. Use random letters or numbers and
change your password regularly.

14. Be very careful about sharing content online -
especially if it isn't yours to share. Illegal
downloads are definitely best avoided.
 Never meet up with anyone you have met
online.
 Make sure you know about the safety
features on any networking site. Some, for
example, have a ‘panic button’ which you can
press if you see something that shouldn't be
there.