Question 1

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1
You recently purchased a new laptop for home. You want to ensure that you are safe from malware.
You should install a personal ______, a program that protects your computer from unauthorized access by blocking certain types of communications.
A) shield
B) firewall
C) back door
D) blocker

Accepted Answer

A firewall is a program that protects your computer from unauthorized access by blocking certain types of communications. A personal shield, blocker, or back door do not offer the same level of protection as a firewall.

Question 2

Common digital security risks include information theft and system failure.

Accepted Answer

Information theft, such as hacking or phishing, and system failure, such as malware or hardware failure, are both common digital security risks.

Question 3

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT An organization creates a disaster recovery plan. Which part would include return procedures (who can enter the facility, and what actions they are to perform)?
A) emergency plan
B) recovery plan
C) restoration plan
D) building plan

Accepted Answer

The answer of COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT An organization creates a disaster...

Question 4

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about CAPTCHAs?
A) A CAPTCHA is an image containing a series of distorted characters.
B) CAPTCHAs were developed to verify input is coming from computer programs, not humans.
C) The CAPTCHA text can be read aloud for visually impaired users.
D) You have the option of generating a new CAPTCHA.

Accepted Answer

CAPTCHAs were actually developed to verify that input is coming from humans, not computer programs. They are designed to prevent bots from automatically submitting forms with spam or other unwanted content.

Question 5

A(n) ______ is a written guideline that helps determine whether a specification is ethical/unethical or allowed/not allowed.
A) IP
B) EULA
C) electronic profile
D) code of conduct

Accepted Answer

A code of conduct is a set of guidelines that helps determine ethical/unethical behavior or actions that are allowed/not allowed. It is often used in professional organizations or workplaces to establish standards of behavior. IP (internet protocol) refers to the method by which data is sent between devices on the internet, and EULA (end user license agreement) is a legal contract between a software application or product's developer and the user. Electronic profile is a digital record of an individual's online activity or behavior. None of these choices specifically address the question of ethical guidelines.

Question 6

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1
You recently purchased a new laptop for home. You want to ensure that you are safe from malware.
You should make sure to do all of the following EXCEPT ______.
A) always stay connected to the Internet
B) use a firewall
C) be cautious when clicking links in email
D) never click OK in a pop-up spyware window

Accepted Answer

Staying connected to the Internet all the time can increase the risk of malware attacks. Therefore, you should disconnect from the Internet when not in use to reduce the risk of an attack. The other options (using a firewall, being cautious when clicking links in email, and never clicking OK in a pop-up spyware window) are good practices to help prevent malware infections.

Question 7

Which of the following is not a green computing recommendation?
A) Consolidate servers by using virtualization.
B) Use outside air to cool the data center when possible.
C) Purchase low-efficiency equipment.
D) Use sleep modes and other power management features.

Accepted Answer

Purchasing low-efficiency equipment is not a green computing recommendation as it consumes more energy and produces more carbon emissions than high-efficiency equipment. The other options listed (consolidating servers, using outside air for cooling, and using power management features) are all green computing recommendations aimed at reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a part of a typical single-user license agreement?
A) You can make one copy of the software as a backup.
B) You can rent or lease the software.
C) You cannot install the software on a network.
D) You cannot export the software.

Accepted Answer

Single-user license agreements typically prohibit renting or leasing the software, but allow for making a backup copy, prohibit installing the software on a network, and prohibit exporting the software.

Question 9

For what purpose was the BSA formed?
A) To promote understanding of software piracy.
B) To fight against hacktivists.
C) To create an online resource for malware protection.
D) To enforce laws against cyberterrorists.

Accepted Answer

The BSA, also known as the Software Alliance, was formed to promote understanding of software piracy and advocate for policies that foster technology innovation and drive growth in the digital economy.

Question 10

What does a keygen do?
A) Generates a list of user names and passwords for network administrators.
B) Creates CAPTCHA images.
C) Analyzes typing patterns to authenticate a user.
D) Creates software registration numbers.

Accepted Answer

A keygen is a software program that generates a unique registration number or product key for a specific software program. This key is used to unlock the full version of the software and is typically provided by the software's manufacturer or purchased by the user.

Question 11

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-2
You are curious about cloud data privacy, so you do some research on the potential risks, as well as protection methods and regulations.
FERPA regulates the confidentiality of ______.
A) criminal records
B) students' educational records
C) financial transactions
D) user names and passwords

Accepted Answer

FERPA (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) is a federal law that protects the privacy of students' educational records. The other options are not covered by FERPA.

Question 12

Social ______ is defined as gaining unauthorized access to or obtaining confidential information by taking advantage of another person.
A) manipulation
B) engineering
C) hacking
D) misdirection

Accepted Answer

Social engineering is the correct term for the process of gaining unauthorized access to or obtaining confidential information by exploiting human psychology, rather than using technical hacking methods.

Question 13

A(n) ______ backup copies only the files that have changed since the last full backup.
A) differential
B) incremental
C) selective
D) partial

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ______ backup copies only the files...

Question 14

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about two-step verification?
A) Another term for it is two-factor verification.
B) When a system sends an authentication code, it typically does not expire.
C) If you sign in from a device you use frequently, you can elect to bypass two-step verification.
D) ATMs usually require a two-step verification.

Accepted Answer

Authentication codes typically have an expiration time to increase security.

Question 15

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If the web address of a website begins with https instead of http, what do you know about the website?
A) It likely is spoofed.
B) It is secure.
C) It provides security services and information.
D) It contains encrypted data.

Accepted Answer

If a web address begins with https, it is a secure website. This is because it indicates that the website is using an SSL/TLS certificate to encrypt any data that is transmitted between the website and the user's browser.

Question 16

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-2
You are curious about cloud data privacy, so you do some research on the potential risks, as well as protection methods and regulations.
Which of the following is NOT true about cloud data privacy?
A) Law enforcement officials cannot access email messages stored on the cloud without informing the user first.
B) The company storing the data must protect against data loss due to physical disasters.
C) When transferring data over a network to the cloud, the data should be encrypted and authenticated.
D) Cloud storage companies have increased their privacy and security features in recent years.

Accepted Answer

This statement is not entirely true. While law enforcement officials may need to provide notice to the user before accessing their email messages stored on the cloud, this is not always the case. The rules and regulations around law enforcement access to cloud data vary by jurisdiction and may depend on the type of investigation involved.

Question 17

Which of the following is not recommended to protect against hardware failure?
A) surge protector
B) UPS
C) cables and locks
D) duplicate components

Accepted Answer

Cables and locks are primarily used for physical security to prevent theft or tampering, not for protecting against hardware failure. Surge protectors, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), and duplicate components (redundancy) are all measures to protect against different types of hardware failure.

Question 18

An encryption ______ is a set of steps that converts readable text into unreadable text.
A) series
B) algorithm
C) method
D) key

Accepted Answer

An encryption algorithm is a set of steps that converts readable text into unreadable text.

Question 19

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You want to ensure your wireless network is secure. Which of the following should you NOT do?
A) Retain the default administrative password.
B) Choose a secure location for your wireless router.
C) Broadcast the SSID.
D) Enable an encryption method such as WPA2.

Accepted Answer

Broadcasting the SSID makes it easier for unauthorized users to detect and potentially access your network. It's best to disable SSID broadcasting for added security. Choosing a secure location, enabling encryption, and changing the default administrative password are all recommended security measures for a wireless network.

Question 20

An encryption ______ is a set of characters that the originator of the data uses to encrypt, and the recipient of the data uses to decrypt.
A) password
B) algorithm
C) code
D) key

Accepted Answer

An encryption key is a specific set of characters or code that is used to encrypt or decrypt data. It is designed to be kept secret and only shared between the originator and recipient of the data. Passwords and codes are common elements in encryption, but they are not specific to the encryption process and do not necessarily provide the same level of security as a properly managed encryption key. An algorithm refers to the mathematical formula or set of rules used in encryption, but it is not the key itself.

Quiz 5: Digital Security, Ethics, and Privacy: Threats, Issues, and Defenses

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1 You recently purchased a new laptop for home. You want to ensure that you are safe from malware. You should install a personal ______, a program that protects your computer from unauthorized access by blocking certain types of communications.

Common digital security risks include information theft and system failure.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT An organization creates a disaster recovery plan. Which part would include return procedures (who can enter the facility, and what actions they are to perform) ?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about CAPTCHAs?

A(n) ______ is a written guideline that helps determine whether a specification is ethical/unethical or allowed/not allowed.

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-1 You recently purchased a new laptop for home. You want to ensure that you are safe from malware. You should make sure to do all of the following EXCEPT ______.

Which of the following is not a green computing recommendation?

Which of the following is NOT a part of a typical single-user license agreement?

For what purpose was the BSA formed?

What does a keygen do?

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-2 You are curious about cloud data privacy, so you do some research on the potential risks, as well as protection methods and regulations. FERPA regulates the confidentiality of ______.

Social ______ is defined as gaining unauthorized access to or obtaining confidential information by taking advantage of another person.

A(n) ______ backup copies only the files that have changed since the last full backup.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about two-step verification?

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT If the web address of a website begins with https instead of http, what do you know about the website?

Critical Thinking Questions Case 5-2 You are curious about cloud data privacy, so you do some research on the potential risks, as well as protection methods and regulations. Which of the following is NOT true about cloud data privacy?

Which of the following is not recommended to protect against hardware failure?

An encryption ______ is a set of steps that converts readable text into unreadable text.

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT You want to ensure your wireless network is secure. Which of the following should you NOT do?

An encryption ______ is a set of characters that the originator of the data uses to encrypt, and the recipient of the data uses to decrypt.