How is spyware different from adware?

Spyware monitors computer and internet usage.

It installs extra components to deliver advertising often as pop-ups.

Why do manufacturers pre-install bloatware on devices?

To generate additional revenue.

What is a characteristic of worms in terms of self-replication?

They do not need to rely on programs to spread.

What is a common method of distributing adware?

Bundling it with free software downloads.

What distinguishes viruses from worms?

Viruses require interaction to spread, while worms can spread independently

Software that comes pre-installed on devices and consumes system resources

How does adware affect computer performance?

It slows down computer performance by increasing network traffic.

What is a common defense measure against both viruses and worms?

Regularly updating antivirus software.

What type of data does spyware typically monitor?

Website visit history and browsing habits.

What are viruses and worms?

Types of malware characterized by their ability to self-replicate.

What is a recommended defense against viruses?

Restricting the level of privilege users and processes natively run in.

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1
How can viruses and worms affect a target?
By infecting specific programs on a computer.
All of the above.
By spreading to the boot sector of the computer.
By encrypting sensitive data on a local network.
2
How is spyware different from adware?
Spyware delivers additional advertising to a computer.
Spyware monitors computer and internet usage.
Spyware comes pre-installed on devices by manufacturers.
Spyware installs extra components to disrupt system functions.
3
What is adware?
It installs extra components to deliver advertising often as pop-ups.
Software that monitors computer and internet usage.
Software that comes pre-installed on a device by the manufacturer.
Software that consumes system resources and takes up storage space.
4
Why do manufacturers pre-install bloatware on devices?
To generate additional revenue.
To enhance security measures.
To optimize system performance.
To provide essential features to users.
5
What is a characteristic of worms in terms of self-replication?
They can only replicate by infecting other worms.
They can only spread within a local network.
They require user interaction to spread.
They do not need to rely on programs to spread.
6
What is a common method of distributing adware?
Pre-installing it on devices by manufacturers.
Bundling it with free software downloads.
Sending it through email attachments.
Selling it as a standalone product.
7
What distinguishes viruses from worms?
Viruses are always harmful, while worms can sometimes be benign
Viruses attach themselves to system processes or files, while worms do not
Viruses only affect local networks, while worms spread across wide areas
Viruses require interaction to spread, while worms can spread independently
8
What is bloatware?
Software that comes pre-installed on devices and consumes system resources
Software that speeds up computer performance by optimizing system resources
Software that installs extra components to deliver additional advertising
Software that monitors computer and internet usage
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How does adware affect computer performance?
It slows down computer performance by increasing network traffic.
It speeds up computer performance by optimizing system resources.
It has no impact on computer performance.
It improves system functions by providing additional features.
10
What is a common defense measure against both viruses and worms?
Regularly updating antivirus software.
Encrypting all files on the computer to prevent unauthorized access.
Ignoring system alerts and error messages.
Disabling system processes to prevent malware attachment.
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What type of data does spyware typically monitor?
Installed software applications.
Website visit history and browsing habits.
Computer hardware specifications.
System resource usage.
12
What are viruses and worms?
Types of harmless software used for system maintenance.
Security measures implemented by antivirus software.
Types of malware characterized by their ability to self-replicate.
Operating system features designed to prevent unauthorized access.
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What is a recommended defense against viruses?
Utilizing intrusion detection and prevention systems.
Restricting the level of privilege users and processes natively run in.
Implementing least privilege and monitoring file modifications.
All of the above.

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