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Cyber Security basics

Quiz by Ramjeet Padhan

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of a firewall?
    To protect against physical theft of devices
    To encrypt files on a computer
    To scan for viruses and malware
    To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the best practice for creating secure passwords?
    Using a password that is easy to remember
    Using a single word as the password
    Using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols
    Using personal information like birthdays or names
    30s
  • Q3
    What is phishing?
    A type of computer virus
    The process of encrypting data
    A technique to secure network connections
    A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity
    30s
  • Q4
    What is two-factor authentication?
    An additional layer of security that requires a second form of verification
    A technique to detect malware
    A type of firewall
    A method to encrypt data
    30s
  • Q5
    What is a common type of social engineering attack?
    Phishing
    Firewall
    Encryption
    Malware
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the purpose of antivirus software?
    To monitor network traffic
    To detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from a computer
    To protect against physical theft of devices
    To encrypt files on a computer
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the importance of regular software updates?
    To install new software applications
    To create backups of data
    To patch security vulnerabilities and improve overall system performance
    To increase storage capacity
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the concept of least privilege in cyber security?
    Providing users with only the necessary permissions and access rights to perform their tasks
    Restricting all users from accessing any resources
    Granting all users administrative privileges
    Providing users with unlimited permissions and access rights
    30s
  • Q9
    What is a common type of malware that encrypts files and demands a ransom for decryption?
    Ransomware
    Adware
    Trojan Horse
    Spyware
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
    To store and backup data
    To create a secure and encrypted connection over a public network, such as the internet
    To block access to websites
    To scan for viruses and malware
    30s

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