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Key Terms in Cybersecurity and Digital Ethics
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Which of the following describes phishing?
A form of software piracy
A technique to lure users into revealing sensitive information
A method to protect user data
A type of software license
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A software utility program designed to identify and destroy viruses.
Anti-Virus Program
Citation
Antimalware Program
File Conversion Program
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What is the main characteristic of proprietary software?
It requires a purchase before use
It is available in the public domain
It is open-source
It is free to use
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Which activity constitutes software piracy?
Developing open-source software and distributing it for free
Making unauthorized copies of copyrighted software
Using public domain software without restrictions
Using shareware for a trial period before purchasing a license
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What is the purpose of a Non-Disclosure Agreement?
To allow free sharing of information
To ensure software is used correctly
To protect against cyberbullying
To prohibit sharing proprietary information
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What does the term 'superzapper' refer to?
A legally binding software agreement
A type of malware that spreads through email
A method of phishing
A program that bypasses security measures to access data
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What is a Trojan horse in the context of cybersecurity?
A type of computer virus that spreads automatically
A method of social engineering
A program that examines network data
A harmless-looking program that allows unauthorized access
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What is the primary purpose of an Anti-Virus Program?
To enhance computer performance
To create backups of data
To manage software licenses
To identify and destroy viruses
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In a scenario where a threat actor uses spear-phishing, and pretexting to obtain sensitive information from employees
Social engineering
Cross-site scripting
Brute-force attack
Denial-of-service attack
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What is the primary function of scanning in cybersecurity?
To create software licenses
To distribute shareware
To try different passwords until one works
To protect against phishing attacks
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Which characteristic defines open-source software?
It is available for purchase under a strict copyright license
Its source code is kept secret and proprietary
Its source code is freely available to the public
It can only be used for non-commercial purposes
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How does a Creative Commons license differ from standard copyright?
CCL automatically transfers copyright ownership to the user
CCL applies only to software and not other creative work forms.
CCL allows copyright holders to specify uses of their work are allowed
CCL no copyright protection, placing works entirely in the public domain
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What is the function of a timebomb in computer security?
To create a secure connection
To perform a task at a specific date and time
To spread malware across networks
To protect data from unauthorized access
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What is a worm in computer terminology?
A method of social engineering
A type of malware that requires user execution
A self-replicating virus that spreads over networks
A program that examines data streams
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The act of pretending to be someone else in order to trick or defraud someone.
Trolling
Phishing
Scanning
Catfishing
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What is meant by the term 'objectively' in a professional context?
Ignoring factual evidence in favor of emotional arguments
Expressing a personal opinion without considering other viewpoints
Presenting information in a biased manner to support a specific agenda
Presenting information in a balanced and fair manner without personal bias
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What is the definition of plagiarism?
The act of creating original content
The process of securing software
The illegal copying of creative material
The distribution of public domain software
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Which of the following best describes Catfishing?
A method of online marketing
Creating fake online profiles to deceive others
A form of digital art
A type of malware
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Blocking content deemed inappropriate.
Censor
Consul
Propaganda
Cellar
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What is the primary purpose of a packet sniffer?
To protect against unauthorized access
To distribute software for free
To examine data streams for sensitive information
To create software for public use
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What does the term 'public domain' refer to?
Information owned by a private entity
A type of malware
Software that requires a purchase
Intellectual property not subject to copyright
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What does social engineering involve?
Creating software for public use
Developing strong passwords
Manipulating individuals to act against their best interests
Distributing software without copyright
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What is the purpose of a software license?
To define the rights and terms of use between producer and user
To protect against malware
To allow free distribution of software
To provide access to public domain software
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Which of the following is an example of Cybercrime?
Hacking into a secure database to steal information
Creating a website for a business
Sending emails to friends
Using a computer for educational purposes
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A software utility program designed to identify and destroy malware.
Scanning
Trojan Horse
Anti-Virus Program
Antimalware Program
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A reference to a source, giving credit to the source, provides the tool a reader needs to locate the source themselves
Copyright
Plagiarism
Scanning
Citation
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What is the Fair Use Doctrine?
A type of software license
Guideline for use copyright material without permission in certain context
A law that protects all copyrighted material
A method for distributing free software
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Which of the following best describes a strong password?
A password that uses a combination of at least eight random characters
A password that includes only letters
A password that is easy to remember
A password that is shared among multiple users
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What is the main goal of propaganda?
To create strong passwords
To provide accurate information
To influence thinking through misleading information
To protect intellectual property
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A set of policies that list certain rules of behavior and explain the consequences of breaking those rules.
Fair Use Doctrine
Acceptable Use Policy
Privacy Policy
Terms Of Use
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Which scenarios would most likely be classified as computer crime but not necessarily cybercrime?
Keylogging at a library to steal bank login credentials
Creating ransomware locking user's files, demanding payment to unlock them
Breaking into a company's computer to steal information using special tools
Stealing a confidential laptop from an office
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Explain how multifactor authentication (MFA) enhances online security.
Single verification factor, like a security question, simplifying logins
Using biometric data vs traditional passwords
Guarantees complete immunity from phishing attacks
Adds extra steps to verify a user's identity, like sending a code
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What is a trademark?
A method of social engineering
A software license agreement
A type of malware
A legally protected brand symbol
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What does a Creative Commons License allow copyright holders to do?
Sell their work exclusively
Making some of their work available for public use while retaining parts
Completely relinquish their rights
Prevent any use of their work
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What does the term 'Confidentiality' imply in information security?
Publicly disclosing sensitive data
Sharing information freely
Storing data on public servers
Keeping information private
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What is the function of a Firewall in computer security?
To enhance internet speed
To provide antivirus protection
To store user data
To filter and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
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What does the term 'Digital Divide' refer to?
The disparity in internet speeds across regions
The gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not
The variation in software usage among different demographics
The difference in digital literacy among age groups
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Something that is accepted as being true even if there is no factual evidence.
Objectively
Assumption
Intuition
Constraint
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A developer finds a vulnerability, leaves it unpatched, and plans to exploit it for personal gain.
Superzapper
Timebomb
Trojan Horse
Trapdoor
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What is meant by the term 'Intellectual Property'?
Software that is free to use
Data stored on a computer
Creative, literary, or artistic work owned by someone
Physical property owned by an individual
