Lesson 3: Precautions against Social Engineering Attacks (M2-U1-L3)

Visualisation of various social media Formats

Introduction

Protecting Yourself from Online Tricks

In today’s world, we use computers and phones for many things. While that’s helpful, some people try to trick us online. These tricks aren’t about breaking into your computer; they’re about tricking you into giving away important information or doing something you shouldn’t.

Think of it like this: someone tries to fool you by pretending to be someone they’re not, like a bank teller or a computer helper. They want to get your trust so you’ll tell them your secrets or click on something bad. Knowing how these tricks work and how to protect yourself is very important for keeping your money and information safe.

This lesson will show you simple ways to stay safe, like being aware of what’s happening, being careful with what you share, and keeping your online information private.

Personal Online Safety

Explanation: Our digital hero, Auntie Ayşe, has done everything she can to educate herself about online security, regardless of her age. Now she feels safer and freer online. Here we go.


M2-U1-L3-B EN by Hasan

Must-know terms and definitions regarding PC security

Let’s reinforce how much vocabulary and definitions, which are the cornerstones of PC use, have been learned/need to be learned.

Recalling the information you have acquired so far, match the given words with the correct definition.


Brief test

Summary of the lesson

It has become almost impossible to imagine a life without the use of computers and the internet, essential components of modern life. Unfortunately, all these positive advancements brought by technology have also brought with them extremely significant and dangerous consequences. Internet use is our greatest tool in making our lives easier.