Lesson 2: Rules of Netiquette

OBJETIVESAt the end of this lesson, the students should be able to:

1. Consider one’s and others’ safety when sharing information using the internet;

2. Consider one’s and others’ reputation when using the internet;

3. Determine and AVOID the dangers of the internet; 4. Be responsible in the use of social networking sites; & 5. Browse the internet efficiently & properly through proper

referencing.

Online Safety and Security

InternetInternet is defined as information superhighway.Anyone who has access to this highway, can place information and can grab that information.

Internet Threats

Malwaremalicious software

It can take the form of executable code, scripts, active content, and other software.

computer viruses wormsTrojan horsesspyware adware, and

SpamPhishingother malicious programs.

Computer Virus A computer virus is a malware that; when executed,

replicates by reproducing itself or infecting other programs by modifying them.

 The term computer virus was a misnomer until it was coined by Fred Cohen in 1985.

WormA computer worm is a standalone malware computer program that replicates itself in order to spread to other computers.

Trojan a malicious program that is disguised as useful program but once installed, leave your PC unprotected and allows hackers to get your information.

Adware a program designed to send advertisement, mostly as pop-ups.

Spywarea program that runs in the

background without you knowing it. It has ability to monitor what are you currently doing and typing through keylogging. keyloggers – used to record the keystroke done by the users

Spamunwanted emails mostly from bots or advertisers. It can be used to send malware.

Phishingits goal is to acquire sensitive information like password and credit card details.

Tips to stay safe online

1. Be mindful of what you shares online and what site you share it to.

2. don’t just accept terms and conditions; READ IT.

3. Check out the privacy policy page of a website.

4. Know the security features of social networking site you use.

5. Do not share your password with anyone

6. Avoid logging in to public networks/Wi-Fi.

7. Do not talk to strangers whether online or face-to-face.

8. Never post anything about a future vacation.

“Rob my house at this date”

9. Add friends you know in real life.

10. Avoid visiting untrusted website

11. Install and update antivirus software on your computer.

12. If you have a Wi-Fi at home, make a private network by adding a password.

13. Avoid downloading anything from untrusted websites.

14. Buy the software; do not use pirated ones.

15. Do not reply or click links from suspicious emails.