COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following statements is not true about protecting yourself against computer viruses?
A) If a trusted source sends you an e-mail with an attachment you are not expecting, it is safe to open it because you know the sender.
B) When you purchase a new computer, it often includes anti-virus software.
C) A trusted source is an organization or person you believe will not send a virus infected file knowingly.
D) Some viruses are hidden in macros, which are instructions saved in software such as a word processing program.

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Even if an email comes from a trusted source, it is not always safe to open unexpected attachments, as the sender's account could be compromised.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the Following Statements Is Not True