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Network Security

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Computer Science

What is used in a computer to protect a network server from damage by those who log in to it?

A
Antivirus
B
Firewall
C
Gateway
D
Flow Control
Explanation and memory cue

A firewall is used to protect a network server by controlling incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules, thereby preventing unauthorized access and potential damage from users who log in.

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Types Of Computer Viruses

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Computer Science

What type of virus attaches itself to executable files?

A
Worm
B
Spyware
C
File Infector Virus
D
Adware
Explanation and memory cue

A File Infector Virus specifically attaches itself to executable files and spreads when the infected program is run. Worms, spyware, and adware do not typically attach to executable files in this manner.

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Malware Types

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Computer Science

622 A type of malware often disguised as legitimate software is ____:

A
Trojan Horse
B
PDF
C
Chrome
D
Safari
Explanation and memory cue

A Trojan Horse is a type of malware that disguises itself as legitimate software to trick users into installing it. The other options are unrelated to malware types.

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Malware Types

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Computer Science

Which of the following viruses replicates itself without needing a host file?

A
Ransomware
B
Macro Virus
C
Worm
D
Trojan
Explanation and memory cue

A worm is a type of malware that can replicate itself and spread independently without needing to attach to a host file, unlike viruses such as macro viruses which require a host file to propagate.

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Cybercrime

easy
Computer Science

Which of the following is a form of cybercrime?

A
Software
B
Hardware
C
Hacking
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hacking is a form of cybercrime involving unauthorized access to computer systems or networks, which distinguishes it from software or hardware, which are not crimes themselves.

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Authentication Methods

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Computer Science

Why is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) used in securing online accounts?

A
To make it easier for users to access accounts
B
To eliminate the need for passwords altogether
C
To provide an extra layer of security beyond just a password
D
To prevent the use of biometrics for authentication
Explanation and memory cue

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring users to provide two different types of credentials, typically something they know (password) and something they have (a code sent to their phone), making unauthorized access much harder.

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Authentication

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Computer Science

637 Authentication refers to____:

A
Username
B
Password
C
Both A & B
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Authentication typically involves verifying a user's identity using credentials such as a username and a password. Therefore, both username and password are components of authentication.

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Practice MCQ

Easy
Computer Science

Cyber warfare is ____.

A
Using spyware to destroy infrastructure
B
The use of technology to increase the harm of actual warfare
C
Both A and B
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Cyber warfare involves the use of digital technologies, such as spyware, hacking, and cyber attacks, to damage systems, infrastructure, or gain advantages during conflicts. Both statements A and B describe aspects of cyber warfare.

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Network Security

easy
Computer Science

What does a 630 Firewall refer to?

A
A system that scans and removes viruses from a computer
B
A system that prevents unauthorized access to a private network
C
A system in which multiple computers are connected to one another
D
A system that allows users to make secure online money transfer
Explanation and memory cue

A firewall is a security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network, which matches option B. The term '630 Firewall' likely refers to a specific firewall model or product, but the general definition of a firewall remains the same.

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Cybercrime

easy
Computer Science

Crimes committed using computers and the internet are called:

A
Crime against person
B
Cybercrime
C
Security crime
D
Violent crime
Explanation and memory cue

Crimes committed using computers and the internet are specifically termed 'Cybercrime,' which involves illegal activities conducted through digital means.