Ethical Use of Technology and Cyber Safety Quiz - CBSE Class 9 Computer Science

Free practice quiz: Ethical Use of Technology and Cyber Safety (CBSE Class 9 Computer Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 9 Computer Science practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Ethical Use of Technology and Cyber Safety, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is a key aspect of ethical technology use?

   1. Maintaining privacy
   2. Hacking into systems
   3. Ignoring security updates
   4. Sharing passwords
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   Answer: A. Maintaining privacy

   Ethical technology use involves protecting users' privacy and data security.

2. Which of the following is considered a bad practice in secure communication?

   1. Using encrypted messaging apps
   2. Discussing confidential information openly
   3. Regularly updating passwords
   4. Being cautious about email attachments
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   Answer: B. Discussing confidential information openly

   Openly discussing confidential information can lead to data breaches and security risks.

3. Why is regular software updating essential?

   1. Reduces device performance
   2. Opens vulnerabilities
   3. Closes security gaps
   4. Is irrelevant to security
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   Answer: C. Closes security gaps

   Regular updates close security vulnerabilities and protect against new threats.

4. What should you do if a website asks for more information than necessary?

   1. Provide all requested information
   2. Ignore the request
   3. Verify the website's credibility
   4. Share data on social media
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   Answer: C. Verify the website's credibility

   Always check the credibility of websites to ensure your data is shared with trusted entities.

5. Why is it important to be critical about information online?

   1. All information is true
   2. To prevent misinformation
   3. To boost online sales
   4. To undermine scholarly articles
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   Answer: B. To prevent misinformation

   Critical evaluation of online information helps prevent the spread of misinformation and fake news.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of these should be avoided to ensure cyber safety?
2. What is a common method for securing personal online accounts?
3. Why is it unethical to distribute pirated software?
4. What is phishing?
5. What should one do if they receive a suspicious email claiming to be from their bank?
6. What is the importance of ethical technology use?
7. What does 'ethical hacking' mean?
8. Which action is part of maintaining cyber hygiene?
9. What is a consequence of not practicing ethical technology use?
10. Which can be a safe practice when using public Wi-Fi?
11. What is a benefit of ethical technology use?
12. How does cyberbullying differ from traditional bullying?
13. What should be done if a known website suddenly asks for financial information?
14. Which of these methods enhances cyber safety significantly?
15. In the context of cyber safety, what does the principle of 'least privilege' mean?

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