computer security set 3 Detailed Explanation And More Example

Question : 1

A ____ is a small program embedded inside of a GIF image.

a) web bug

b) cookie

c) spyware applications

d) spam

e) None of these above

Question : 2

It is a tool used to quickly check computers on a network for known weaknesses.

a) security exploit

b) vulnerability scanner

c) packet sniffer

d) rootkit

Question : 3

The first PC virus was developed in

a) 1980

b) 1984

c) 1986

d) 1988

e) 1987

Question : 4

Why is it unethical to share copyrighted files with your friends?

a) It is not unethical, because it is legal.

b) It is unethical because the files are being given for free.

c) Sharing copyrighted files without permission breaks copyright laws.

d) It is not unethical because the files are being given for free.

e) It is not unethical - anyone can access a computer

Question : 5

There are several primary categories of procedures. Which of the following is not a primary category of procedures?

a) Testing

b) Backup and recovery

c) Firewall development

d) Design

e) None of these

Question : 6

A program designed to destroy data on your compute which can travel to infect other computers, is called is

a) disease

b) torpedo

c) hurricane

d) virus

e) None of these