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 the statements are false because: A) Anti-malware software might not catch all worms. B) Anti-spam software doesn't block Trojan horses. C) Visiting websites can still lead to malware infections. D) Even files from friends can contain malware.

Question 2

A _____ cookie either originates on, or is sent to, the Web site that you are currently viewing.

Accepted Answer

A first-party cookie is a cookie that originates from the website that you are currently viewing.

Question 3

For security in your wireless computing, you should use the _____ encryption standard, rather than the older _____ encryption standard.

Accepted Answer

WPA2 is the newer and more secure encryption standard, while WEP is considered easily crackable and should not be used for wireless security.

Question 4

Content-filtering software performs all of the following functions except:

Accepted Answer

Content-filtering software primarily focuses on filtering or blocking access to unwanted or inappropriate content. Proactively monitoring computers to protect against malware attacks is not categorically related to content filtering. It is a function of antivirus or antimalware software.

Question 5

A(n)_____ is a computer to which you connect, that in turn connects to the Web site you wish to visit.

Accepted Answer

A proxy server acts as an intermediary between a user and the internet, allowing the user to access websites through the server. It can also provide additional security and privacy as the user's IP address is masked. The other options, such as Internet server and Backbone server, do not accurately describe the role of a server in connecting to a specific website.

Question 6

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. After running anti-malware and anti-virus … and cleaning up your laptop … you decide you need something that will do a better job of blocking communications based on security settings. Which of the following statements would you install?

Accepted Answer

A personal firewall would be the best choice in this scenario as it can block unauthorized access and communication to and from the computer based on security settings. Proactive monitoring, content-filtering, anti-malware, and anti-spyware packages are also important, but they do not specifically address the issue of unauthorized access and communication.

Question 7

Which of the following attacks is most closely associated with downloading and installing patches immediately?

Accepted Answer

Zero-day attacks are attacks that take advantage of a vulnerability before a patch or fix has been released. Downloading and installing patches immediately helps to prevent and mitigate the impact of zero-day attacks.

Question 8

Which of the following is a bad password?

Accepted Answer

Using your social security number as a password is highly insecure because it is sensitive personal information that can be used for identity theft.

Question 9

You got careless and left your laptop in a taxi back from the airport. You are very worried about the security of the data because your operating system does not require a password at start-up. Which of the following will give you some measure of comfort?

Accepted Answer

Encrypting personal information will make it difficult for someone who finds your laptop to access your sensitive data. Backing up files, using a naming convention, and having trace software are all good measures to have in place, but they don't directly address the security of the data on the lost laptop.

Question 10

You got careless and left your laptop in a taxi back from the airport. However, you aren't too worried about your information because you have been proactive. Which of the following is not one of your proactive actions?

Accepted Answer

Naming a file containing passwords with an easily guessable name like "BirthdaysToRemember" is not a proactive action to secure your information. This could make it easier for someone who finds your laptop to access your sensitive information.

Question 11

A(n)___________ refers to software installed on your computer that controls communications to and from your computer by permitting or denying communications based on your security settings.

Accepted Answer

A personal firewall is software installed on a computer that controls communications to and from the computer by permitting or denying communications based on the security settings. It is used to protect against unauthorized access to a computer from the Internet or other networks.

Question 12

A _____ cookie either originates on, or is sent to, a different Web site than the one you are currently viewing.

Accepted Answer

Third-party cookies are cookies that are placed on a user's device by a website from a domain that is not the one the user is visiting. They are often used for advertising or tracking purposes.

Question 13

Personal firewalls perform all of the following functions except:

Accepted Answer

Personal firewalls are designed to protect a computer by monitoring incoming and outgoing network traffic. They should not seek out the origin of malware in an attempt to block it in the future as this is the function of antivirus software, not a firewall. The other functions mentioned (A, C, D, and E) are all valid firewall functions.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a reason to install proactive intrusion detection and prevention software on your computer?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 15

Methods you should use to protect your portable devices and information include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Methods you should use to protect your...

Question 16

Anti- Malware programs need to be run once a year.

Accepted Answer

Anti-Malware programs need to be run frequently, at least once a week. Running it once a year is not enough to keep your computer protected from malware and viruses.

Question 17

You are going on a business trip. Which of the following would be the worst type of card to take?

Accepted Answer

Debit cards are the worst type of card to take on a business trip because they are not as widely accepted as credit cards and can be more difficult to use in foreign countries.

Question 18

_____ software logs keystrokes, e-mails, applications, windows, Web sites, Internet connection, passwords, chat conversations, Web cams, and screenshots.

Accepted Answer

Monitoring software logs a wide range of activities, including keystrokes, applications, Internet activity, and more. Firewall, anti-malware, and content-filtering software have more specialized functions, while anti-spyware is usually focused on detecting and removing specific types of spyware.

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