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1
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Spyware
Worm
Firewall
Trojan
2
What does a password manager do?
Tracks your internet speed
Blocks phishing emails
Deletes old files
Creates and stores secure passwords
3
What is a strong password recommendation?
Use 12+ characters with mixed symbols
Use at least 6 characters
Use only lowercase letters
4
What is spyware designed to do?
Boost your RAM
Protect your files
Delete system backups
Collect information without your knowledge
5
How often should you change your passwords?
Never
Once every 5 years
Every week
Every 3–6 months
6
What is phishing?
A software update
A password manager
A type of malware
A method to trick users into revealing personal info
7
What does ransomware do?
Deletes all files
Boosts internet speed
Encrypts files and demands payment
Installs a firewall
8
What type of malware pretends to be legitimate software?
Spyware
Virus
Worm
Trojan
9
What is a common sign of a phishing email?
Formal language
Sent from friends
High-quality graphics
Urgent language and spelling mistakes