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What is spyware designed to do?
Collect information without your knowledge
Boost your RAM
Delete system backups
Protect your files
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What type of malware pretends to be legitimate software?
Spyware
Worm
Trojan
Virus
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Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Spyware
Worm
Firewall
Trojan
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What does ransomware do?
Installs a firewall
Deletes all files
Boosts internet speed
Encrypts files and demands payment
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How often should you change your passwords?
Never
Every week
Every 3–6 months
Once every 5 years
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What is a strong password recommendation?
Use only lowercase letters
Use at least 6 characters
Use 12+ characters with mixed symbols
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What does a password manager do?
Deletes old files
Blocks phishing emails
Creates and stores secure passwords
Tracks your internet speed
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What is a common sign of a phishing email?
Sent from friends
Formal language
Urgent language and spelling mistakes
High-quality graphics
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What is phishing?
A password manager
A type of malware
A method to trick users into revealing personal info
A software update