Cyber2 - 2.4.4 - Viruses, Worms, Spyware & Adware

Question 1

What defenses are required to combat viruses?

Accepted Answer

Restricting user privilege, Monitoring file modifications

Question 2

How can adware and spyware be defended against?

Accepted Answer

Updating definitions regularly, Using removal tools

Question 3

What is adware and how does it affect computer performance?

Accepted Answer

Increases network traffic

Question 4

Is adware a type of malware that monitors computer and internet usage?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

How do viruses and worms differ?

Accepted Answer

Viruses attach to files

Question 6

What are the different levels at which viruses and worms can affect a target?

Accepted Answer

Wide area network, Computer programs, Boot sector, Local network

Question 7

What are viruses, worms, spyware, bloatware and adware?

Accepted Answer

Malicious software, Harmful code

Question 8

What is bloatware and why is it considered undesirable?

Accepted Answer

Consumes system resources, Pre-installed applications

Question 9

What is spyware and what data does it monitor?

Accepted Answer

Monitors internet traffic, Tracks browsing habits

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