Question 1

A growing illegal use of computer monitoring software is the use of a keystroke logging system by hackers.

Accepted Answer

Keystroke logging systems are often used by hackers to steal sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card numbers. This is a growing illegal use of computer monitoring software.

Question 2

Scam refers to unsolicited e-mail sent to a large group of individuals at one time.

Accepted Answer

The term for unsolicited e-mail sent to a large group of individuals is "spam," not "scam." A scam involves deceitful schemes or fraud.

Question 3

Semirugged PCs are designed to withstand drops of three feet or more onto concrete,extreme temperature ranges,wet conditions,and use while being bounced around over rough terrain in a vehicle.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

At the present time,opting-out procedures are confusing and time-consuming,and they do not always work well.

Accepted Answer

Opting-out procedures can be confusing and time-consuming and may not always be effective in stopping unwanted communication or data collection.

Question 5

A privacy concern is the inclusion of digital camera capabilities in most mobile phones today.

Accepted Answer

The inclusion of digital camera capabilities in mobile phones raises privacy concerns as photos and videos taken with the device can easily be shared, distributed or posted on the internet without the knowledge or consent of the subject. This can lead to breaches of privacy or even harassment.

Question 6

Information such as birth records,marriage certificates,and divorce information,as well as property purchases,assessments,liens,and tax values is confidential and can legally be seen only by authorized individuals.

Accepted Answer

While some types of personal information may be confidential and limited in accessibility, others, such as property records, are typically considered public information that can be accessed by anyone. The specific regulations regarding access to personal information can vary by state or country.

Question 7

Read the Web site's piracy rules (if they exist)before providing any personal information.

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The answer of Read the Web site's piracy rules (if...

Question 8

You can surf anonymously,opt out of some marketing activities,and use filters and other tools to limit your exposure to spam.

Accepted Answer

These are all true statements.

Question 9

The disaster recovery plan is also called a business continuity plan.

Accepted Answer

The disaster recovery plan and business continuity plan are often used interchangeably but they are not exactly the same. However, it is common to refer to the disaster recovery plan as a business continuity plan.

Question 10

In response to the increased occurrence of identity theft,some local governments have removed birth and death information from their available online records.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true, as some local governments have indeed taken measures to remove birth and death information from their online records in order to prevent identity theft.

Question 11

There are many options for protecting yourself against computer monitoring by your employer or the government.

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The answer of There are many options for protecting yourself...

Question 12

Hardware theft can take many forms,including individuals making illegal copies of programs to give to friends and businesses installing software on more computers than permitted in the program's end-user license agreement.

Accepted Answer

Hardware theft refers to stealing physical components or devices, not software infringement. The examples given in the statement are related to software infringement, not hardware theft.

Question 13

It is not a good idea to turn off your computer before moving it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is not a good idea to...

Question 14

Some states permit searches for property located in that state,such as displaying the owner's name,address,and a link to additional information including property value for the supplied owner name.

Accepted Answer

Some states have public records laws that allow for property information, including owner names and property values, to be accessible through online databases or record repositories. This information is often available to the public and can be searched using a variety of criteria, such as the owner's name or property address. However, not all states provide this level of accessibility or detail, and there may be limitations or restrictions on what information can be accessed and how it can be used.

Question 15

Some electronic tools,such as computer monitoring software and video surveillance equipment,can be used legally by individuals,businesses,and law enforcement agencies.

Accepted Answer

While there are laws and regulations in place regarding the use of electronic monitoring tools, they can still be used legally by certain individuals and organizations. For example, businesses may use video surveillance to monitor their premises and prevent theft, while law enforcement agencies may use computer monitoring software to track potential criminal activity. However, it is important to always check local laws and regulations to make sure the use of such tools is legal and ethical.

Question 16

The video card is worn by an employee for continuous access and monitoring purposes.

Accepted Answer

A video card is a hardware component that is installed inside a computer to enable video output. It is not designed to be worn by an employee for continuous access and monitoring purposes.

Question 17

Many privacy advocates object to the use of video surveillance and face recognition technology in public locations.

Accepted Answer

Privacy advocates often argue that video surveillance and face recognition technology infringe on individuals' right to privacy in public spaces.

Question 18

Information about individuals is not available in government databases.

Accepted Answer

Information about individuals is available in government databases, although access to this information may be restricted by privacy laws and regulations.

Question 19

System failure can occur because of a hardware problem,software problem,or a computer virus.

Accepted Answer

System failure can occur due to any of these reasons - hardware problem, software problem, or computer virus.

Question 20

Cookies and spyware are possible privacy risks.

Accepted Answer

Cookies can track a user's online activity and personal information, and some malicious cookies can even function as spyware. Therefore, cookies and spyware are possible privacy risks.

Quiz 15: Computer Security and Privacy