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Companies must inform users when their personal data is being collected
True
False
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What is the main goal of encryption in IT?
To increase internet connection speed
To speed up data transfer
To reduce the cost of storage
To make data unreadable to unauthorized users
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What is the principle of “Least Privilege” in IT security?
Giving users access to all systems regardless of role
Providing unrestricted access to system administrators
Allowing anyone to access critical data
Limiting users' access to only the resources they need
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What is IT Ethics?
Policies for hardware usage
Laws on data protection
Rules for coding efficiently
Guidelines for using technology responsibly
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What is the role of an IT Code of Ethics?
To set guidelines for responsible and professional behavior
To create new software
To make computers run faster
To teach coding languages
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It is ethical to access someone’s private data without permission if you are curious
False
True
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What is "Open Source" software?
Software with restricted access
Software whose source code is publicly available for use and modification
Software sold at high prices
Software owned by private companies
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Is it ethical to track someone’s online behavior without their consent?
Yes, as long as it’s anonymous
No, it violates privacy
Only if the company benefits
Yes, if it’s for marketing
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Sharing your password with others is considered ethical behavior
False
True
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Which action is an example of ethical hacking?
Exploiting system weaknesses for profit
Testing security systems with permission
Phishing for user credentials
Installing malware on computers
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Why is it important to credit others in IT projects?
To avoid plagiarism and show respect for others’ work
To improve team morale
To reduce costs
To increase profits
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Reporting unethical behavior within an organization is called whistleblowing.
True
False
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What does the term “digital divide” refer to?
A conflict between operating systems
Differences in coding languages
Disputes between IT companies
A gap between those with and without access to technology
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It’s ethical to use a work computer for personal activities during work hours?
True
False
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Cybersecurity is a critical part of IT ethics because it helps protect sensitive data
True
False
