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Question 1

A firewall monitors incoming and outgoing traffic and can block malicious software from entering a system.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Worms cannot be detected by anti-virus software.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Setting your system to update automatically can help protect against worms.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a computer virus?

Accepted Answer

To disrupt the system and corrupt data

Question 5

Disconnecting your computer from a network can prevent worms from spreading to it.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

Accepted Answer

B) Firewall

Question 7

Worms rely on users opening infected files to replicate themselves.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

Anti-virus software can automatically delete any quarantined files without user approval.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

Why are Trojans difficult to detect by antivirus software?

Accepted Answer

C) They disguise themselves as legitimate software

Question 10

3. What must happen for a Trojan to release other malicious software?

Accepted Answer

C) The user must run or open the infected program

Question 11

What is a Trojan in terms of computer malware?

Accepted Answer

B) Malware that disguises itself as legitimate software

Question 12

Updating your operating system and applications can help prevent worm infections.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

A common sign of a worm infection is a computer running slowly and losing free space.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 14

A strong password should only contain letters for better security.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 15

. How does a Trojan typically enter a computer system?

Accepted Answer

C) Through infected emails or websites

Question 16

Worms only spread through physical devices like USB drives.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 17

It is safe to open email attachments from unknown senders as long as your computer has anti-virus software

Accepted Answer

False

Question 18

It is always safe to become friends with strangers on social networking sites.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 19

Which type of malware attaches itself to clean files and replicates?

Accepted Answer

B) Virus

Question 20

Updating your anti-virus software regularly helps protect against new viruses.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 21

A worm must attach itself to another program or file to cause damage.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 22

Biometric devices, like fingerprint scanners, can be used to increase security on personal devices.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

Personal data includes information such as your name, address, and medical records.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 24

Viruses cannot spread through USB memory sticks or other portable storage devices.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 25

Using a virtual private network (VPN) helps to send data more securely across a network.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 26

Which of the following is a sign that your computer may be infected with a virus?

Accepted Answer

C) Slower system performance

Question 27

Worms can spread across a network without human interaction.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 28

5. What is the best way to minimize the risk of Trojans?

Accepted Answer

C) Only run programs from trusted sources

Question 29

How can a virus spread through a computer network?

Accepted Answer

B) By sharing infected files between devices

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