Question 1

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)is the formation of blood clots in the legs or lungs.

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is not the formation of blood clots in the legs or lungs. It is a condition in which the median nerve is compressed as it travels through the wrist at the carpal tunnel, leading to tingling, numbness, and weakness in the hand and wrist.

Question 2

Federal law prohibits employers from monitoring email sent or received by their employees.

Accepted Answer

Federal law does not prohibit employers from monitoring email sent or received by their employees. However, employers must inform employees if they are monitoring their email and cannot monitor certain types of emails, such as those sent between employees who are discussing union organizing.

Question 3

_____ is often conducted by phone with a hacker imitating someone in a position of authority and attempting to gradually draw information out of a user.
A) Dumpster diving
B) Cyberterrorism
C) Social engineering attack
D) Organizational identity theft

Accepted Answer

This type of attack is known as a social engineering attack, where the hacker uses psychological manipulation to trick a user into giving up sensitive information. This can be done over the phone, email, or even in person. The hacker may pose as someone in authority, such as a company executive or IT administrator, in order to gain the user's trust and extract information.

Question 4

The final step to prevent computer-related waste is to:
A) ensure that users throughout an organization are following established procedures.
B) establish policies and procedures regarding efficient acquisition,use,and disposal of systems and devices.
C) review existing policies and procedures and determine whether they are adequate.
D) check whether current policies cover existing practices adequately.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The final step to prevent computer-related waste...

Question 5

_____ have extra knowledge that make them especially dangerous-they know logon IDs,passwords,and company procedures that help them evade detection.
A) Crackers
B) Hackers
C) Insiders
D) Script bunnies

Accepted Answer

Insiders have access to sensitive information that can make them dangerous if they choose to use it for unauthorized purposes. Unlike crackers and hackers who gain access externally, insiders already have legitimate access to systems and information.

Question 6

The use of email among public officials might violate "open meeting" laws.

Accepted Answer

Many states have open meeting laws that require certain government meetings and documents to be accessible to the public. Email communication among public officials discussing public business could potentially qualify as a meeting and therefore be subject to these laws. This is why some government agencies have implemented policies requiring email communication to be saved and shared with the public upon request.

Question 7

A _____ is a set of programs that enables its user to gain administrator level access to a computer or network.
A) virus
B) Trojan horse
C) rootkit
D) worm

Accepted Answer

A rootkit is a type of malicious software that grants an attacker administrative-level access to a computer or network. This access can be used for a variety of purposes, including stealing sensitive data or controlling the system remotely. While viruses, Trojan horses, and worms are also types of malware, they do not necessarily grant administrative access to a system.

Question 8

If an activity is defined as legal then it is ethical.

Accepted Answer

Legal and ethical are two different concepts. Just because something is legal does not necessarily mean it is ethically right or morally acceptable. Therefore, an activity being legal does not guarantee its ethicality.

Question 9

A _____ is a type of Trojan horse that executes when specific conditions occur.
A) virus
B) worm
C) logic bomb
D) rootkit

Accepted Answer

A logic bomb is a type of Trojan horse that is programmed to execute when specific conditions occur, such as a certain date or event. Unlike viruses or worms, logic bombs do not self-replicate or spread but remain dormant until triggered. Rootkits are a type of malicious software that allows unauthorized access to a computer system, while viruses and worms both self-replicate and are designed to spread to other systems.

Question 10

The ______ Web-based service system is one of several information systems used by law enforcement to recover stolen property.
A) LeadsOnline
B) JusticeXchange
C) Watch Systems
D) CRIMECAST

Accepted Answer

LeadsOnline is a web-based service system used by law enforcement to recover stolen property. JusticeXchange, Watch Systems, and CRIMECAST are also information systems used by law enforcement, but they do not specifically focus on recovering stolen property.

Question 11

A job that requires sitting at a desk and using a computer for many hours a day doubles the risk of seated immobility thromboembolism (SIT).

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that prolonged sitting at a desk and using a computer for multiple hours each day can increase the risk of developing seated immobility thromboembolism (SIT) by two-fold.

Question 12

Multinational companies face an extremely difficult challenge in implementing data collection and dissemination processes and policies because of the multitude of differing country and regional statutes.

Accepted Answer

Multinational companies operate in various countries and often have to comply with different data protection laws and regulations. This can be complex and challenging to implement consistent and unified data collection and dissemination policies across all regions.

Question 13

_____ refer to errors,failures,and other computer problems that make computer output incorrect or not useful.
A) Computer-related wastes
B) Human errors
C) Computer-related mistakes
D) Coding errors

Accepted Answer

Computer-related mistakes refer to errors, failures, and other issues that result in incorrect or unusable computer output.

Question 14

A _____ is a modified version of a virus that is produced by the virus's author or another person by amending the original virus code.
A) rootkit
B) variant
C) Trojan horse
D) worm

Accepted Answer

A variant is a modified version of a virus that is created by the original virus author or another person by making changes to the original virus code. Rootkit is a type of malware that allows unauthorized access to a computer system, Trojan horse is a type of malware that appears to be legitimate but actually has malicious intentions, and a worm is a self-replicating program that spreads through a network.

Question 15

A(n)_____ is a computer savvy person who attempts to gain unauthorized or illegal access to computer systems to steal passwords,corrupt files or programs,or even transfer money.
A) hacker
B) insider
C) cracker
D) script bunny

Accepted Answer

A hacker is a computer-savvy person who attempts to gain unauthorized access to computer systems to steal passwords, corrupt files or programs, or transfer money. Hackers may have different motives, such as financial gain, political activism, or simply for fun. They may use various methods to breach security, including social engineering, exploiting software vulnerabilities or weak passwords.

C) cracker is also used to refer to individuals who engage in computer hacking. However, the term "cracker" typically refers to a hacker with malicious intent, while "hacker" can also refer to someone who uses their skills in a more positive and legal manner.

B) insider refers to someone who has authorized access to a computer system but misuses that access for unauthorized or illegal purposes. This could include employees of a company who steal confidential information or use their access to commit fraud.

D) script bunny is not a commonly used term in the context of computer hacking or cybersecurity.

Question 16

The monitor should be about one arm's length away from a user.

Accepted Answer

This is true because having the monitor too close or too far away can lead to eye strain or discomfort. Keeping it at an appropriate distance can reduce the risk of such issues.

Question 17

IS professionals believe that their field offers few opportunities for unethical behavior.

Accepted Answer

While it is true that many IS professionals strive to maintain ethical standards, opportunities for unethical behavior do exist within the field, such as data misuse or breach of privacy. It is important for professionals to remain vigilant and prioritize ethical decision-making.

Question 18

The Internet Crime Computer Center (IC3)is an alliance between ______.
A) the Department of Homeland Security and the White Collar Crime Center
B) the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice
C) the White Collar Crime Center and the Federal Bureau of Investigation
D) the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Central Intelligence Agency

Accepted Answer

The Internet Crime Computer Center (IC3) is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C). Option A is incorrect because the NW3C is not affiliated with the Department of Homeland Security. Option B is incorrect because while the FBI is part of the Department of Justice, the NW3C is not affiliated with the DOJ. Option D is incorrect because the Central Intelligence Agency is not involved with the IC3.

Question 19

To safeguard a user's PC and prevent it from spreading malware to the user's friends and coworkers,some antivirus software scans and cleans both incoming and outgoing email messages.

Accepted Answer

Some antivirus software includes email scanning and cleaning as a feature, which can prevent the spread of malware through both incoming and outgoing emails.

Question 20

Posting information to the Internet using anonymous e-mail accounts or screen names makes it impossible to identify the libeler.

Accepted Answer

Anonymous accounts can often be traced back to the user through IP addresses, metadata, or cooperation with service providers, making it possible to identify the libeler.

Quiz 9: The Personal and Social Impact of Computers

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)is the formation of blood clots in the legs or lungs.

Federal law prohibits employers from monitoring email sent or received by their employees.

_____ is often conducted by phone with a hacker imitating someone in a position of authority and attempting to gradually draw information out of a user.

The final step to prevent computer-related waste is to:

_____ have extra knowledge that make them especially dangerous-they know logon IDs,passwords,and company procedures that help them evade detection.

The use of email among public officials might violate "open meeting" laws.

A _____ is a set of programs that enables its user to gain administrator level access to a computer or network.

If an activity is defined as legal then it is ethical.

A _____ is a type of Trojan horse that executes when specific conditions occur.

The ______ Web-based service system is one of several information systems used by law enforcement to recover stolen property.

A job that requires sitting at a desk and using a computer for many hours a day doubles the risk of seated immobility thromboembolism (SIT).

Multinational companies face an extremely difficult challenge in implementing data collection and dissemination processes and policies because of the multitude of differing country and regional statutes.

_____ refer to errors,failures,and other computer problems that make computer output incorrect or not useful.

A _____ is a modified version of a virus that is produced by the virus's author or another person by amending the original virus code.

A(n) _____ is a computer savvy person who attempts to gain unauthorized or illegal access to computer systems to steal passwords,corrupt files or programs,or even transfer money.

The monitor should be about one arm's length away from a user.

IS professionals believe that their field offers few opportunities for unethical behavior.

The Internet Crime Computer Center (IC3) is an alliance between ______.

To safeguard a user's PC and prevent it from spreading malware to the user's friends and coworkers,some antivirus software scans and cleans both incoming and outgoing email messages.

Posting information to the Internet using anonymous e-mail accounts or screen names makes it impossible to identify the libeler.