Introduction to Cybersecurity Threats
Identifying common threats to digital information, such as viruses, malware, and phishing.
Key Questions
- Explain how different types of cyber threats can harm digital systems.
- Compare the characteristics of a virus and a phishing scam.
- Predict the potential consequences of clicking on a suspicious link.
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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More in Connected Worlds: Networks and Security
Introduction to Computer Networks
Students learn the basic components of a network and how devices connect to share resources.
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How Information Travels Online
Students explore the idea that information sent online is broken into small pieces and sent along different paths, eventually rejoining at its destination.
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Rules for Online Communication
Students learn that computers follow common rules (like a shared language) to understand each other when communicating across networks, ensuring smooth information exchange.
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The World Wide Web vs. The Internet
Differentiating between the physical infrastructure of the internet and the information system of the World Wide Web.
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Protecting Personal Data Online
Implementing strategies to protect personal data, including strong passwords and privacy settings.
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