Class 10 English Unit 7: Reading II: Cyber Security: Basic Internet Safety Tips

 

Reading II: Cyber Security: Basic Internet Safety Tips  

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Vocabulary

1.     intertwined /ˌɪn.təˈtwaɪnd/ adjective twisted together

2.     integration /ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən/ noun combining parts into a whole

3.     potential /pəˈten.ʃəl/ noun capability of becoming something in the future

4.     vulnerable /ˈvʌl.nər.ə.bəl/ adjective easily harmed or affected

5.     privacy /ˈprɪv.ə.si/ noun state of being free from public attention

6.     complicated /ˈkɒm.plɪ.keɪ.tɪd/ adjective consisting of many different parts

7.     encrypted /ɪnˈkrɪp.tɪd/ adjective converted into a code to prevent unauthorized access

8.     proliferated /prəˈlɪf.ə.reɪ.tɪd/ verb increased rapidly in number

9.     sophisticated /səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd/ adjective complex or intricate

10.       skimmer /ˈskɪm.ə/ noun device used to steal credit card information

11.       terms and conditions /tɜːmz ənd kənˈdɪ.ʃənz/ noun rules under which an agreement is made

12.       transaction /trænˈzæk.ʃən/ noun instance of buying or selling something

13.       authorized /ˈɔː.θər.aɪzd/ adjective given official permission

14.       authentication /ɔːˌθen.tɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ noun process of verifying identity

15.       hackers /ˈhæk.əz/ noun people who gain unauthorized access to data

16.       reveal /rɪˈviːl/ verb make known or show something that was hidden

 

A.   Match the words given below with their meanings. (Answers only)

Column A	Column B
a.      Possession	of something that you won or have with you; belongingness
b.     Intertwined	close the connection with somebody or something
c.      Integration	the act of combining two or more things
d.     Avoid	to prevent something bad from happening
e.      Sensitive	quick to detect slide changes or signal
f.       Proliferated	increased rapidly in number or amount
g.     Shielding	protecting something from danger or harm
h.     Promptly	without any delay
i.       Authentication	the act of providing that something is real or true
j.       Transaction	an act of buying a selling; deal

 

B.    State whether the following statements are true or false

a.      It is a good idea to use the same password in different accounts for safety purposes. False

b.     Teenagers are more than any other age group regarding the internet safety. False

c.      It is not safe to let the computer remember our passwords. True

d.     A cheap debit card is safer than an expensive one. False

e.      It is not safe to enable auto-update of software on our devices. False

f.       We should never enter our financial details on the website. True

C.    Read the following paragraph headlines and write the correct paragraph name (A-H) against them.

No.	Name of Paragraph
A.	Protect your personal information with strong passwords
B.	Keep your data safe
C.	Make sure devices are secure
D.	Pay attention to software updates
E.	Be careful about Wi-Fi
F.	Set up two-factor authentication
G.	Keep the personal information private
H.	Back up your data

 

D.   Answer these questions

b.     How do we try to protect our physical property?

We try to protect our physical property by using numerous measures such as locks, alarms, CC cameras, security guards, and even insurance.

c.      What should we do to keep our password secret?

We should create very strong passwords that are different from others and never share them with others to protect our passwords.

d.     Mention any two safety measures for shopping with debit cards.

The two safety measures for shopping with debit cards are shielding the PIN pad while purchasing and using a chip debit card.

e.      How can we secure our accounts even when someone finds our password?

We can secure our account even when someone finds our password by putting in extra security.

f.       Why do you think we should make online friends only with familiar people?

I think we should make online friends only with familiar people because of risk management. Unfamiliar people can misuse our data.

g.     What can we do to keep our online data safe?

We can use strong passwords, use antivirus software, and keep software up to date regularly to keep our online data safe.

E.    Have you ever lost your data and information while using the internet? Write a short paragraph stating your experience.

Yes, I have experienced the loss of personal data while using the internet. A few years ago, I received an email that appeared to be from my bank, asking me to verify my account details. Without thinking, I clicked on the link and entered my information. Shortly after, I noticed unauthorized transactions on my bank account. It turned out that the email was a phishing attempt, and my data had been stolen. I had to go through a lengthy process to secure my accounts, report the fraud, and recover my funds. This experience taught me the importance of being attentive online and ensuring that I only provide personal information on secure and verified websites.

 

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