What is a function of an operating system?

Manage hardware resources, Manage user passwords

What is a virus in malware?

Attaches to files, Self-replicating program

What is a switch's function?

Directs data packets, Connects devices

What does a router do?

Directs data packets, Connects devices to internet

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1
What does DHCP do?
Connects wired devices
Secures network traffic
Assigns IP addresses
Transfers files
2
What is cache used for?
Permanent storage
Short-term storage
Data encryption
Long-term storage
3
What is a public IP address?
Assigned to network devices
Used in private networks
Not routable on internet
Only for local use
4
What is a function of an operating system?
Create software applications
Design user interfaces
Manage hardware resources
Manage user passwords
5
True or false: A digital system only includes hardware.
False
True
6
What is a Trojan?
Self-replicating malware
Network traffic monitor
Malicious disguised software
Data encryption tool
7
What is a virus in malware?
Encrypts user data
Attaches to files
Self-replicating program
Disguised software
8
What is the main role of a modem?
Stores data
Directs data packets
Translates signals
Connects devices
9
Which is a volatile storage type?
HDD
RAM
Cache
SSD
10
True or false: A logical diagram shows physical layout.
True
False
11
Which topology is most common?
Bus
Mesh
Ring
Star
12
True or false: A hub sends data to specific devices.
True
False
13
What is a switch's function?
Monitors traffic
Translates signals
Directs data packets
Connects devices
14
What is a WAN?
Local area network
Wireless access point
Wide area network
Network switch
15
What does a router do?
Directs data packets
Stores data temporarily
Connects devices to internet
Translates signals
16
What is a data breach?
Unauthorised data access
Data encryption technique
Data backup method
Data storage process
17
Which is a disadvantage of networking?
Security risks
Communication facilitation
Data accessibility
Resource sharing
18
What does a firewall do?
Monitors network traffic
Translates signals
Stores data securely
Connects devices
19
True or false: Phishing attacks are harmless.
False
True
20
What does IPOS stand for?
Input, Print, Output, Save
Input, Process, Organize, Share
Input, Process, Output, Store
Input, Produce, Output, Store

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