week 11

Individual Report Task: Plan and Design a Set of ‘How-To’ Documents for the Protection of Data and Personal Identity

Task Overview

In this task, you will plan and design a set of ‘How-To’ documents that explain simple, clear steps people can follow to protect their data and personal identity. Your documents should be practical and suitable for people with limited technical knowledge.

Your report should be 200–300 words and focus on how you would plan and design these documents, explaining what topics you would cover and why they are important.

Title Page

Include your name, date, and a title (e.g., Planning and Designing ‘How-To’ Documents for Data and Personal Identity Protection).

1. Outline of Topics to Cover in the ‘How-To’ Documents

List the different subjects your ‘How-To’ guides would cover.

Suggested topics include:

• How to Create and Manage Strong Passwords
• How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
• How to Use Encryption Tools (e.g., for emails or files)
• How to Safely Use Public WiFi (VPNs and Safe Browsing Tips)
• How to Recognise and Avoid Phishing Attacks
• How to Back Up Data Securely
• How to Set Up Device Security (e.g., locks, antivirus, updates)

2. Explanation of How You Would Design the Documents

Briefly explain how you would make the documents clear and user-friendly.

For example:

• Step-by-Step Guides
  • Break tasks down into simple steps with bullet points.
• Screenshots or Diagrams
  • Include clear images showing what the user should see at each stage.
• Plain English
  • Avoid technical jargon. Use clear, easy-to-understand language.
• Short Summaries
  • Provide a short explanation at the start of each guide about why the task is important.
• Safety Tips and Warnings
  • Add small boxes with extra tips (e.g., “Never reuse passwords!” or “Always log out of public computers!”).

3. Importance of Well-Designed ‘How-To’ Documents

Explain why careful planning and design is important for effective security guides.

Example:

“Good ‘How-To’ documents help people who are not cyber security experts take real action to protect themselves. If the guides are too complicated, people might give up or miss important steps.”

4. Additional Resources and Further Reading

Provide helpful links for inspiration and examples.

Example:

• NCSC – Cyber Aware Advice Sheets
• Get Safe Online – Security Tips and Guides

Submission and Marking Criteria

Your report should be 200–300 words and must show clear, practical thinking and an understanding of user needs.

✔️ Range of Topics – Are the topics chosen useful for protecting data and identity?

✔️ Design Thinking – Are the documents designed to be easy to follow?

✔️ Presentation and Clarity – Is the report well-structured and clearly written?

Final Note

This task will help you understand how to plan practical guidance for yourself and others to protect data and personal identity online and offline. Make sure to focus on clarity and real-world usefulness!

Last Updated
2025-05-12 10:41:41