Question 1

Your little brother came for a visit and used your laptop. You didn't think anything of it at the time, but now your laptop is running really slow. Which of the following statements is false?

Accepted Answer

All of the statements are false. Anti-malware software does not block worms, anti-spam software does not block Trojan horses, and it is possible for a website to contain malware. Additionally, even if the file was from a good friend, it could still be malicious.

Question 2

Discuss the dangers of social networking Web sites.

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Question 3

Which of the following is a good password?

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Question 4

List and explain the actions you should take if your identity is stolen.

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Question 5

You got careless and left your laptop in a taxi back from the airport. However, you aren't too worried about your information. Which of the following should not a reason for your attitude?

Accepted Answer

Naming a file that contains sensitive information with an easily guessable name like "BirthdaysToRemember" is not a safe practice and could compromise your information if someone were to gain access to your laptop. All of the other options show that steps have been taken to secure and protect personal information.

Quiz 18: Technology Guide 5 Protecting Your Information Assets

Your little brother came for a visit and used your laptop. You didn't think anything of it at the time, but now your laptop is running really slow. Which of the following statements is false?

Discuss the dangers of social networking Web sites.

Which of the following is a good password?

List and explain the actions you should take if your identity is stolen.

You got careless and left your laptop in a taxi back from the airport. However, you aren't too worried about your information. Which of the following should not a reason for your attitude?