Computing

Question 1

1The best protection against malware is to

Easy

A. download from any site B. install antivirus software and keep it updated C. open every email attachment D. turn off all passwords

Question 2

2Malware that pretends to be useful software is a ___ horse.

Medium

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 3

3A worm can spread across a network by itself.

Medium

A. True B. False

Question 4

4Updating the operating system helps security because updates

Easy

A. disable antivirus B. remove all files C. fix weaknesses that attackers could use D. make the computer heavier

Question 5

5A backup protects against

Easy

A. loss of data from failure, theft or ransomware B. poor posture C. bright screens D. slow typing

Question 6

6Software that shows unwanted pop-up advertisements is

Medium

A. freeware B. adware C. hardware D. firmware

Question 7

7A worm differs from a virus because a worm

Medium

A. only affects printers B. cannot spread C. spreads by itself across networks without needing a host file D. is useful software

Question 8

8Two-factor authentication makes an account more secure.

Easy

A. True B. False

Question 9

9Scrambling data so only authorised people can read it is ___.

Medium

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 10

10Ransomware demands payment to unlock files.

Easy

A. True B. False