Question 1

Computer tracking software sends identifying information to the computer tracking company on a regular basis.

Accepted Answer

Computer tracking software is designed to send identifying information on a regular basis to the tracking company, so they can monitor the user's activity and location. This is a key feature of such software, and is important for its intended purpose.

Question 2

Hardware loss,as well as other security issues,can result from hardware damage (both intentional and accidental)and ____.
A)spikes
B)interrupted power
C)system failure
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

Hardware loss and security issues can result from spikes in power, interrupted power, and system failures, in addition to hardware damage. Therefore, all of the options provided (A, B, and C) are accurate.

Question 3

One of the most obvious types of hardware loss is hardware theft.

Accepted Answer

Hardware theft is a common form of hardware loss where the physical device is stolen from the owner's possession.

Question 4

Our networked society has raised a number of ____ concerns.
A)privacy
B)patent
C)hardware theft
D)software quality

Accepted Answer

The sentence mentions concerns related to a networked society, and privacy is a common and important issue that arises in such a context. The other options listed are also important concerns, but they are not specifically mentioned in the sentence.

Question 5

Although many of us may prefer not to think about it,____-the complete malfunction of a computer system-and other types of computer-related disasters do happen.
A)software piracy
B)interrupted power
C)spikes
D)system failure

Accepted Answer

The term "system failure" directly references the complete malfunction of a computer system, which is the disaster being referred to in the sentence. A, B, and C do not necessarily imply a complete failure of the system.

Question 6

____ can be used to secure portable computers,external hard drives,and other portable pieces of hardware to a table or other object.
A)Surge suppressors
B)Password locks
C)Spike suppressors
D)Cable locks

Accepted Answer

Cable locks can be used to secure portable computers, external hard drives, and other portable pieces of hardware to a table or other object. This helps prevent theft or unauthorized access to sensitive information. Surges and spikes suppressors help protect electronics from power fluctuations but do not provide physical security. Password locks are useful for securing software and devices but do not physically secure hardware.

Question 7

To facilitate using a computer lock,nearly all computers today come with a ____-a small opening built into the system unit case designed for computer locks.
A)security slot
B)cable anchor
C)security opening
D)user lock

Accepted Answer

A security slot is the commonly used term for the small opening in computers that is designed for computer locks. It allows users to physically secure their computer to a desk or other object to prevent theft.

Question 8

Prevention measures against the counterfeiting of documents-such as checks and identification cards-include using microprinting,watermarks,and other difficult-to-reproduce content.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. These measures are commonly used to prevent document counterfeiting.

Question 9

Mobile protection software can remotely lock down a lost or stolen phone,display a message on the phone containing instructions for returning the device,and/or play a sound to help the owner locate the phone if it is nearby.

Accepted Answer

tracking"

Question 10

To provide continuous power to facilities (such as hospitals,nuclear power plants,and business data centers)that cannot afford to be without power for any period of time,generators can be used.

Accepted Answer

Generators can provide continuous power to facilities that cannot afford to be without power for any period of time.

Question 11

Chain locks can be used to secure computers and other hardware.

Accepted Answer

Cable"

Question 12

To comply with truth-in-advertising laws,a(n)unsubscribe e-mail address included in an unsolicited e-mail must be a working address.

Accepted Answer

This is true. The unsubscribe email address included in unsolicited emails must be a working address to comply with truth-in-advertising laws.

Question 13

Software piracy can occur because of a natural disaster (such as a tornado,fire,flood,or hurricane),sabotage,or terrorist attack.

Accepted Answer

System failure"

Question 14

Computer monitoring programs can keep a log of all computer keystrokes performed on a computer,record the activities taking place,take screen shots of the screen at specified intervals,and more.

Accepted Answer

Computer monitoring programs are designed to keep a log of all computer keystrokes, record the activities taking place, take screenshots of the screen at specified intervals, and more. This is done for the purpose of monitoring productivity, ensuring security, and preventing misuse of resources.

Question 15

Often used in conjunction with face recognition technology,public video surveillance systems are used to try to identify known terrorists and other criminals,to identify criminals whose crimes are caught on tape,and to prevent crimes from occurring.

Accepted Answer

Public video surveillance systems are commonly used with face recognition technology to identify criminals and prevent crimes.

Question 16

The hard drives of computers that are to be disposed of should be destroyed before they are sold or recycled.

Accepted Answer

wiped"

Question 17

It is illegal to use computer monitoring software on your own computer or on the computers of your employees.

Accepted Answer

legal"

Question 18

To prevent pop-up ads from disturbing your Internet sessions,use a(n)antipop-up cookie-such as the one built-into the Google toolbar or the ones that can be enabled through many Web browsers.

Accepted Answer

pop-up blocker"

Question 19

Presence backup enables data backups to be made on a continual basis so that data can be recovered from any point in time,even just a few minutes ago,when needed.

Accepted Answer

CDP, Continuous data protection, Continuous data protection (CDP), CDP (Continuous data protection)

Question 20

A(n)head crash occurs when a hard drive's read/write heads actually touch the surface of a hard disk.

Accepted Answer

A head crash occurs when the read/write heads of a hard drive physically contact the surface of the disk, resulting in damage to both the heads and the data on the disk.

Quiz 15: Computer Security and Privacy