TECHNOLOGY SECONDRY FORM ONE

 Unit 4: Lesson 3 and 4: (Search Engines and Internet Safety)      

Questions:

1. ·        What is a search engine?
2. ·        List most popular search engines across the internet?
3. ·        Discuss the internet safety?
4. ·        How to stay safe online?
5. ·        How to shop online safety.

 Answers:

1. ·        A search engine is a piece of software that locates web sites that correspond to a web search. They conduct a methodical search of the World Wide online for specific data that is specified in a text online search query.
2. ·        The most popular search engines are: Google, Yahoo and Bing. Overall Google is the most popular search engine.
3. ·        The internet makes possible for one to access information quickly, communicate around the world. Unfortunately, the internet is also home to certain risks, such as malware, spam and phishing.
4. ·        To stay safe online:

A.   Create strong passwords.

B.    Browser`s security features.

5. To shop safe online:

a)     Shop from home internet connection (not public Wi-Fi).

b)    Look for HTTPS.

c)     Research the company or seller.

d)    Use secure payment methods.

e)     Keep record.

(@Eng. Saleebaan Colaad Jaamac)