Internet safety - Ted Hastings

Written by the author of the course content, this handy A5 book addresses the new Intermediate 1 Internet Safety Qualification for reference throughout the course.

It provides complete coverage of all the topics in both Areas of Study, addressing Knowledge and Understanding and Problem Solving elements and includes bespoke chapters on: Viruses, Malicious Software, Other Internet Threats, Internet Defences and Legal Aspects. Information is presented in full colour throughout, with screen-shots illustrating best safe practice within each topic area. Ideal as a reference tool for all students for safe and responsible use of the internet.

Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Malicious Software

Computer viruses

Types of viruses

Trojans and worms

Image viruses

Screensaver viruses

Antivirus software

Virus hoaxes

Major virus attacks

Other malicious software

Chapter 2: Other Internet Dangers

Hackers

Firewalls for protection

Phishing

Pharming

Identity theft

Cyberbullying

Grooming

Chapter 3: Internet Defences

Social engineering

Passwords

Email encryption

Security suites

Proxy servers

Back-up/restore

Content filtering

Content rating

Chapter 4: The Internet and the Law

Copyright

Downloading files

Digital rights management

Disability Discrimination Act

Data Protection Act 1998

Other relevant laws

Online behaviour

Glossary