Being safe online
I can discuss the main safety concerns of being online and reflect on my online activity from a safety perspective.
Being safe online
I can discuss the main safety concerns of being online and reflect on my online activity from a safety perspective.
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Key learning points
- The internet offers a wide range of information and opportunities for entertainment, communication and education.
- The internet exposes users to online safety threats.
- Phishing is a tactic used by scammers to gather personal data and sensitive information.
- Malware is malicious software, designed to do harm to computer systems.
Keywords
Phishing - a scam conducted by sending fraudulent emails disguised as communication from reputable companies that ask the receiver to reveal personal information
Malware - malicious software - a program designed to cause damage to computer systems, corrupt or change files, steal data or cause disruption to services
Prevention - stopping something from happening
Common misconception
All threats online are illegal.
Not all threats are illegal, some threats do not break laws but can cause harm.
To help you plan your year 10 computing lesson on: Being safe online, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 computing lesson on: Being safe online, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
protects against malware
secures your internet connection
adds an extra layer of account security
indicates a secure website connection
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
verify the source of information
report offensive or harmful content
install and update antivirus software
avoid clicking on suspicious links