Unit Award Scheme

shown knowledge of

1. the damage that can be caused by computer viruses and give an example of at least one type of security software that can be used to prevent this damage from occurring

2. how online activity can produce a permanent record known as a 'digital footprint' that could be accessed by others to use both now and in the future

3. at least one way that others can capture and use personal data, and how to use privacy settings to prevent this from occurring

4. the importance of not clicking on suspicious links online

5. how to apply privacy settings on at least one social media platform to ensure only friends can see posts and shared content

6. the importance of not sharing other people’s data and content online without their consent

7. the importance of ensuring posts on social media are not offensive or inappropriate

8. how to use a second device to receive codes when a website provides dual-factor authentication; and why it is important

demonstrated the ability to

9. create a password with at least eight characters, using lower- and upper-case letters, numbers and symbols; and keep it confidential

10. set automatic updates in the settings menu for the computer operating system and apply anti-virus security software

11. recognise a secure website by looking for the padlock symbol and a reference to https in the address bar

12. activate pop-up blockers on a web browser to reduce the threat from malicious sites

acquired an understanding of

13. the main risks and threats involved in carrying out activities online and the importance of working securely.