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    In that moment, he realised how ignoring software updates, downloading from unsafe websites and
                      failing to take backups had cost him dearly.
                      Based on the above case, answer the following questions:

                      1.  What were the three biggest data-safety mistakes Ishaan made?

                      2.  What error did Ishaan encounter when trying to open his project files?

                      3.  What role does a firewall play and how did turning it off affect Ishaan?

                     YOUR DIGITAL ID: PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION (PII)

                     Antivirus software protects your device, but what about the information that makes you, you?
                     Your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) is your most valuable digital asset. PII includes any
                     data that can identify you as an individual, such as your name, address, phone number or email.

                     Protecting your PII is the core of data protection. If your personal information is exposed, it can
                     lead to identity theft, fraud and other serious privacy violations. Keeping your PII safe is crucial for
                     maintaining your privacy and security online.

                     What Information Counts as PII?

                     There are two types of information that makes        Direct             Indirect
                     up  Personally Identifiable Information  (PII):        PII                PII
                     Direct PII and Indirect PII.

                     The table below shows the information that falls under Direct PII and Indirect PII:

                                            Direct PII                                 Indirect PII
                                  (Identifies you immediately)            (Can identify you when combined
                                                                                with other information)

                             Full Name                                  Date of Birth

                             Aadhaar Number                             School Name
                             Email Address                              Gender

                             Mobile Number                              Your Favourite Hobby
                             Bank Account Details                       IP Address (the address of your device)

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