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Which of these is NOT a category of computer crime?

What is the main goal of phishing?

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1
What is the main goal of phishing?
To encrypt files for ransom
To display pop-up ads
To improve internet speed
To steal personal info via fake emails
2
Which of these is NOT a category of computer crime?
Cyberterrorism
Denial of Service (DoS) attacks
Online banking
Cyberbullying
3
Which attack redirects users to fake websites?
Spoofing
Phishing
Keylogger
Pharming
4
What is a keylogger designed to do?
Spread via email
Block internet access
Encrypt files
Record keystrokes and mouse movements
5
What is a "bot" in cybersecurity?
A type of virus
A compromised computer controlled remotely
A firewall
A backup tool
6
What does ransomware do?
Encrypts data for ransom
Speeds up your computer
Deletes files automatically
Displays ads
7
What is social engineering?
A type of hardware
A programming language
A storage device
Manipulating someone for confidential info
8
How can you protect against malware?
Use anti-virus software
Ignore software updates
Open email attachments
Share passwords
9
Which malware spreads over a network without user action?
Trojan
Worm
Adware
Virus
10
Which precaution should you take online?
Share personal info freely
Avoid public computers for banking
Use weak passwords
Click links in suspicious emails