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Cybersecurity - How much do you know?
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In what year was Central Carolina Technical College originally established?
1962
1982
1952
1972
2
Which type of malware is designed to demand payment to restore access to your files?
Spyware
Ransomware
Rootkit
Adware
3
Which type of attack involves overwhelming a system with traffic to make it unavailable?
Man-in-the-middle attack
Denial-of-service (DoS) attack
Phishing
SQL injection
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What is the primary function of cache memory?
To connect to a wireless network
To display images and videos
To provide extra storage space for files
To store frequently accessed data for faster retrieval by the CPU
5
If a computer’s CPU is overheating, which of the following is the most likely cause?
Outdated antivirus software
Failing or improperly installed heat sink/fan
Insufficient RAM
Failing Hard drive
6
Which of the following is a risk of using public Wi-Fi networks?
Automatic software updates
Decreased battery performance
Increased download speeds
Exposure to man-in-the-middle attacks
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What does the term "phishing" refer to?
Sending mass emails to spread malware
Attempting to trick users into revealing sensitive information
Physically stealing a computer
Scanning networks for open ports
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What is the mascot of Central Carolina Technical College?
Eagle
Titan
Panther
Bulldog
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Which of the following counties is NOT part of Central Carolina Technical College’s primary service area?
Sumter
Kershaw
Clarendon
Richland
10
What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?
To protect networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access & attacks
To develop new software applications
To increase internet speed and connectivity
To create backups of all data
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Which security feature is essential for protecting data stored in the cloud while in transfer & on the provider servers?
Data compression
Data deduplication
Data fragmentation
Data encryption
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What is the primary risk associated with using outdated software?
Increased vulnerability to known exploits
Reduced battery life
Slower internet speeds
Larger file sizes
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What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?
Using two passwords for one account
An extra layer of security requiring two forms of I.D. to access an acct
Changing your password every two weeks
Logging in from two devices at once
