In learning module 2 I have learned many new skills. I learned how to make a screencast using Jing. I also learned a lot about the domain name registration process and how to find out what a specific websites IP address is.
I also learned about web threats and security attacks. Some of the things I learned about include security holes, hackers, malware which includes viruses, worms and Trojan horses.It's scary to think about your information being at risk for identity theft but I learned there are ways you can take precaution against that.
For learning module 2 I feel like I put in even more work into it then learning module 1. All the information taught was very insightful. I'm also very happy about how my web labs turned out.
New Terminology-
- Adware- Refers to any free program that comes with advertisement on it. An adware in itself is not intended to be malicious.
- Phishing- Attempting to acquire sensitive information.
- Trojan Horse- A malicious program that silently self-installs on a computer. After being executed, a hacker uses the Trojan horse as a backdoor in order to take control and attack the computer with a virus. It can substitute itself for a legitimate program.
- Personal Firewall- Filter information, block open ports, and stop suspicious programs.
- Spam- A form of mail flooding. Spam is unsolicited email messages that are usually trying to sell a product, and are sent in bulk. Spam can quickly fill your mailbox.
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