Which best describes cloud computing services?

Storage, databases, and software over internet

What happens during a data breach?

Data is stolen or accessed without permission

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?

To protect computers and networks from attacks

What is spyware designed to do?

Gather and send user data without consent

What is an IP address?

A unique number assigned to network devices

How often should you update your software?

Promptly when updates are available

How does ransomware affect users?

It blocks system access until payment

What is a computer hacker?

Someone who gains unauthorized access to a computer system

What is the purpose of a firewall?

To monitor and control network traffic based on security rules

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

A network of connected devices that exchange data

What is cloud computing?

The delivery of computing services over the internet

How does malware commonly spread?

Through infected email attachments

Which of these is an example of multi-factor authentication?

Using a password and fingerprint

Which of these is NOT a cybersecurity best practice?

Sharing passwords with trusted friends

What is a computer virus?

A malicious code that spreads between computers

What is the purpose of a firewall?

To block unauthorized network access

Malicious software that damages computers

What is computer authentication?

Confirming user identity to the server

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1
What should you do after experiencing a cyber attack?
Change all passwords
Keep using the same passwords
Continue normal computer use
Ignore the incident
2
What does BYOD stand for in cybersecurity?
Build Your Own Database
Bring Your Own Device
Backup Your Online Data
Break Your Own Device
3
In the 2017 Equifax breach, how many people were affected?
50 million people
145 million people
300,000 people
1 million people
4
Which best describes cloud computing services?
Storage, databases, and software over internet
Computer repair services
Local storage devices
Weather monitoring systems
5
What happens during a data breach?
Data is stolen or accessed without permission
Internet connection is lost
Computer hardware fails
Software becomes outdated
6
Approximately how many IoT devices are connected worldwide?
10 million
1 million
Over 30 billion
5 billion
7
Which term describes malicious software that demands payment to restore system access?
Spyware
Computer virus
Ransomware
Clickjacking
8
What is the primary goal of cybersecurity?
To protect computers and networks from attacks
To design computer games
To create new software programs
To make computers faster
9
What is spyware designed to do?
Gather and send user data without consent
Protect computer systems
Speed up internet connections
Block malicious websites
10
What is an IP address?
A computer programming language
A security password
A unique number assigned to network devices
A type of email address
11
How often should you update your software?
Never
Only when the computer stops working
Promptly when updates are available
Once a year
12
How does ransomware affect users?
It slows down internet speed
It blocks system access until payment
It sends spam emails
It deletes all system files
13
What is a computer hacker?
Someone who designs computer networks
Someone who repairs broken computers
Someone who gains unauthorized access to a computer system
Someone who creates computer programs
14
What is the purpose of a firewall?
To encrypt emails
To monitor and control network traffic based on security rules
To speed up internet connection
To store backup files
15
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?
A type of computer virus
A network of connected devices that exchange data
A network of connected devices that exchange data
A type of internet service provider
16
Which type of network should be avoided for sensitive tasks?
Public Wi-Fi
Private network
School network
Home network
17
What information should be kept private online?
Social security number
First name only
Favorite color
Favorite movie
18
Which of these is a common scam?
Fake prize notifications
News website links
Software update notifications
Weather alerts
19
Which security threat involves tricking users into clicking deceptive elements?
Backdoor
Data breach
Clickjacking
Spyware
20
What is cloud computing?
A type of computer virus
The delivery of computing services over the internet
Local data storage systems
Weather forecasting software
21
Which is NOT typically monitored by a firewall?
Incoming network traffic
Internet connections
Outgoing network traffic
Physical computer temperature
22
How does malware commonly spread?
Through infected email attachments
By installing updates
By using strong passwords
Through printer connections
23
Which of these is an example of multi-factor authentication?
Having multiple email addresses
Using the same password twice
Creating multiple user accounts
Using a password and fingerprint
24
Which of the following is a consequence of poor cybersecurity?
Slower internet speed
Identity theft
Higher electricity bills
Computer overheating
25
Which of these is NOT a cybersecurity best practice?
Sharing passwords with trusted friends
Keeping software updated
Enabling multi-factor authentication
Using strong passwords
26
What is a computer virus?
A slow internet connection
A malicious code that spreads between computers
A hardware malfunction
A type of computer monitor
27
What is the purpose of a firewall?
To store backup files
To block unauthorized network access
To speed up internet connection
To cool down the computer
28
What is malware?
Security software
Malicious software that damages computers
A type of password
Computer hardware
29
What is computer authentication?
Installing new software
Backing up data
Confirming user identity to the server
Downloading updates
30
What is the recommended minimum length for a strong password?
4 characters
16 characters
8 characters
12 characters
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What is a backdoor in cybersecurity?
A backup storage location
A type of firewall
A hidden system entry point
An emergency exit protocol

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