Which of these actions is crucial for effective IT asset management?

Maintaining a real-time, centralized inventory system

Why should IT asset management and risk management be integrated?

To better protect physical devices and sensitive information

What defines an IT risk?

The potential for damage or loss related to technology systems

If you receive an email asking for your password, what is the safest action?

Report the email and never share your password

What does “phishing” refer to in cybersecurity?

Sending fake emails or websites to steal sensitive information

Which of the following is a best practice for managing IT risks?

Performing regular data backups and software updates

What role does a strong password play in IT security?

Protects against unauthorized system access

Why is it important to regularly update software?

To patch security vulnerabilities and fix bugs

True or False: IT asset management is essential only for large corporations.

False, because organizations of all sizes benefit from asset management

What is the main purpose of antivirus software?

Detect, quarantine, and remove malicious software

Why do companies track IT assets carefully?

To optimize resource use and avoid losses or theft

Hardware, software, or data valuable for technology operations

What is a common consequence of a successful cyberattack?

Data theft, corruption, or unauthorized access

What is a major risk of not updating IT asset information regularly?

Misallocation or loss of equipment

Which of these is an example of a software asset?

Operating system installed on a computer

Which tool is commonly used for IT asset tracking?

IT Asset Management (ITAM) Software

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1
Which of these actions is crucial for effective IT asset management?
Disabling all device updates
Ignoring software license compliance
Maintaining a real-time, centralized inventory system
Allowing users to install any software they want
2
What is the term for managing inventory of computers, software, and devices?
IT Resource Allocation
IT Asset Management
Software Development Lifecycle
Data Encryption
3
Why should IT asset management and risk management be integrated?
To better protect physical devices and sensitive information
To reduce software licensing costs only
To simplify user login processes
To increase employee productivity automatically
4
What defines an IT risk?
An unexpected hardware upgrade
The process of backing up data
The potential for damage or loss related to technology systems
A scheduled software update
5
Which scenario represents a typical IT risk?
Server hardware overheating without backup power
Loss of internet connection due to router failure
Malware infection compromising system security
All of the above
6
If you receive an email asking for your password, what is the safest action?
Change your password immediately and reply
Report the email and never share your password
Reply politely but don’t share your password
Forward it to friends to warn them
7
What does “phishing” refer to in cybersecurity?
Updating firewall settings
Installing unauthorized software
Sending fake emails or websites to steal sensitive information
Scanning a computer for viruses
8
Which of the following is LEAST likely to be tracked in IT asset management?
Physical location of hardware
Software license expiration dates
Frequency of use in hours
Assigned user or owner
9
Which of the following is a best practice for managing IT risks?
Performing regular data backups and software updates
Sharing passwords with trusted coworkers
Using default device settings without customization
Ignoring security alerts
10
What role does a strong password play in IT security?
Ensures the device’s warranty remains valid
Speeds up login times
Increases network bandwidth
Protects against unauthorized system access
11
Why is it important to regularly update software?
To patch security vulnerabilities and fix bugs
To enable offline usage
To receive new user interface themes
To increase file storage capacity
12
True or False: IT asset management is essential only for large corporations.
False, because organizations of all sizes benefit from asset management
True, because only large companies have many assets
13
What is the main purpose of antivirus software?
Speed up internet browsing
Prevent unauthorized access to a computer network
Detect, quarantine, and remove malicious software
Monitor employee productivity
14
Why do companies track IT assets carefully?
To make IT look more complicated
To reduce employee computer usage
To optimize resource use and avoid losses or theft
To increase the resale value only
15
What is an IT asset?
A physical document stored in an office
Any electrical device
Hardware, software, or data valuable for technology operations
Any item with a barcode used in an organization
16
What is a common consequence of a successful cyberattack?
Enhanced network speed
Increased battery life
Improved software performance
Data theft, corruption, or unauthorized access
17
What is a major risk of not updating IT asset information regularly?
Decrease in software subscription fees
Misallocation or loss of equipment
Loss of device warranty
Faster hardware performance
18
Which of these is an example of a software asset?
Network cable
Operating system installed on a computer
External hard drive
Printer driver
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Which tool is commonly used for IT asset tracking?
Cloud storage services like Dropbox
IT Asset Management (ITAM) Software
Graphic design software
Social media platforms
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Who typically oversees IT asset management in a company?
Marketing Team
Finance Department
IT Department or Asset Manager
Human Resources

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