Internet Safety Worksheet - A-Level - Intermediate

Internet Safety worksheet for A-Level / Vocational (Ages 16-18). Intermediate level computing practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.

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Internet Safety: Understanding and Mitigating Risks

A-Level / Vocational (Ages 16-18) - Intermediate

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Instructions: This worksheet explores various aspects of internet safety, focusing on identifying risks and implementing protective measures. Engage with each activity to deepen your understanding of secure online practices.

Identifying Online Threats

Read the scenarios below and identify the type of internet threat represented. Provide a brief explanation for your choice.

1. John receives an email claiming he has won a prize, asking for his bank details.

2. Sarah notices her computer running slowly after downloading a free software.

3. A pop-up appears on Alex's screen, warning of a virus and prompting him to click a link to fix it.

Evaluating Password Strength

For each password below, evaluate its strength and suggest improvements if necessary. Consider length, complexity, and unpredictability.

1. Password123

2. qwerty

3. 9!fRt@3z

Understanding Encryption

Explain the purpose of encryption in internet safety and describe how public key encryption works. Use examples to illustrate your points.

Describe the role of encryption in protecting data and how public key encryption ensures secure communication.

Case Study: Data Breach Response

Read the case study and answer the questions. Consider the steps taken and suggest additional measures to improve security.

A company experiences a data breach exposing customer information. They notify affected individuals and enhance their firewall.

1. What initial steps did the company take?

2. Suggest two additional security measures they could implement.

Social Engineering Tactics

Identify the social engineering tactic used in each scenario below. Provide a brief explanation for your answer.

1. A caller pretends to be from IT support, asking for login credentials.

2. An email appears to be from a friend, asking for help with a financial emergency.

Creating a Secure Online Profile

Outline the key components of a secure online profile. Discuss the importance of privacy settings and information sharing.

List the essential elements of a secure online profile and explain the importance of managing privacy settings effectively.

Answer Key

Activity 1: Phishing ; Malware ; Fake virus alert

Activity 2: Weak - Add symbols and increase length ; Very weak - Use a random combination of letters, numbers, and symbols ; Strong

Activity 3: Encryption protects data by converting it into a code. Public key encryption uses two keys: a public key for encryption and a private key for decryption, ensuring secure communication.

Activity 4: Notified individuals and improved firewall ; Implement two-factor authentication ; Conduct regular security audits

Activity 5: Pretexting ; Phishing

Activity 6: Use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, manage privacy settings, limit information sharing