Question 1

What is malicious software commonly known as?

Accepted Answer

Malware

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Antivirus

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Router

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Firewall

Question 2

Which of the following is a type of malware that can replicate itself?

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Virus

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Trojan

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Adware

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Spyware

Question 3

What does ransomware do to a user's files?

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Encrypts them and demands a ransom

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Backs them up to the cloud

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Increases their size

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Deletes them permanently

Question 4

What is the purpose of a phishing attack?

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To trick individuals into giving personal information

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To improve computer speed

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To create backups

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To repair system errors

Question 5

What is a Trojan horse in the context of malware?

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A malicious program disguised as legitimate software

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A protective software

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A type of computer virus

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A network security device

Question 6

What can spyware do on a computer?

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Collect personal information without the user's knowledge

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Speed up internet connection

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Fix software bugs

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Protect against viruses

Question 7

Which type of malware is known for displaying unwanted advertisements?

Accepted Answer

Adware

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Rootkit

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Worm

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Spyware

Question 8

What is the main goal of a worm in the context of malware?

Accepted Answer

To spread across networks by replicating itself

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To steal personal information

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To damage hardware

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To improve system performance

Question 9

What is a common way to protect against malware?

Accepted Answer

Using antivirus software

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Turning off the computer

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Avoiding the internet

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Using outdated software

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a malware infection?

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Faster internet speed

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Slow performance

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Frequent crashes

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Unusual pop-ups

Question 11

What is a Trojan in the context of computer security?

Accepted Answer

A type of malware that pretends to be harmless software

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A program that speeds up your computer

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A type of firewall software

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A computer that is infected with a virus

Question 12

What is malware primarily designed to do?

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To damage or disrupt computers and networks

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To improve computer performance

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To help users organize files

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To create new software applications

Question 13

What is the main purpose of a computer virus?

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To replicate itself and spread to other computers

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To protect data from being lost

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To manage system updates

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To enhance graphic design

Question 14

How can you protect your computer from malware?

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By using antivirus software

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By turning off the internet

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By avoiding all software installations

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By keeping your computer unplugged

Question 15

What is a common way that Trojans gain access to a computer?

Accepted Answer

Through deceptive emails or downloads

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By running without any user interaction

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By automatically installing via system updates

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By breaking into the physical location of the computer

Question 16

What is one sign that your computer may be infected with malware?

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It is running much slower than usual

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Its battery lasts longer

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It connects to the internet automatically

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It has new software that you installed

Question 17

What does the term 'phishing' refer to in cybersecurity?

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A method used to trick people into giving away personal information

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A type of antivirus software

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A process for updating software

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An outdated computer technology

Question 18

What is ransomware?

Accepted Answer

A type of malware that locks your data and demands payment for access

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A program that speeds up your internet

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An application for creating presentations

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Software that helps recover lost files

Question 19

What is a common feature of Trojan malware?

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It disguises itself as legitimate software

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It automatically deletes files

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It only affects smartphones

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It is always visible to the user

Question 20

What is a firewall used for?

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To block unauthorized access to a network

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To repair hardware issues

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To enhance the graphics of a video game

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To increase internet speed

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