ITE115 chapter 6

What is a digital certificate? A. The key to unlock information into a readable format B. Technology used to verify a user's identity C. The process of scrambling information so that it cannot be read D. A growing trend used to combine multiple types of authentication

B. Technology used to verify a user's identity

Which term refers to the science that specifies the design and arrangement of items you use so you interact with the items efficiently and safely? A. Cyberbullying B. Ergonomics C. Technology addiction D. Repetitive strain

B. ergonomics

How does encryption work? A. It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it. B. It protects data on your hard drive, but once you choose to send it to someone, it is no longer protected. C. It is a key that you insert into your computer to unlock your saved files. D. It is what happens when you download attachments from your email.

A. It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it.

Why is it not safe to connect to public Wi-Fi networks? A. Because these networks are rarely protected B. Because they do not allow Internet access C. Because the connection is often too slow D. Because it can weaken your own Wi-Fi wireless router

A. because these networks are rarely protected

Which is a first step to deter thieves from accessing your financial information? A. Do not provide personal information over the phone or through email. B. Review financial and billing statements each month carefully. C. Follow up on calls regarding purchases that were not made. D. Be alert to signs that may indicate unusual activity in an account.

A. do not provide personal information over the phone or through email

How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment? A. Data miners are digging up landfills looking for gold and platinum. B. Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply. C. Copper on circuit boards is creating fire hazards. D. The computer parts quickly decay and become organic material

B. lead and mercury in computer part are seeping into the ground and water supply

How is a worm different from a Trojan? A. A worm reproduces itself on the same computer, whereas a Trojan attempts to spread through the network. B. A worm gathers information and transmits to a server, whereas a Trojan hides and then spreads through a network. C. A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program. D. A worm prevents a device from functioning until a ransom is paid, whereas a Trojan gathers information and transmits it to another device.

C. A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.

With more and more people using technology, what physical health diagnosis is on the rise? A. cyberstalking B. cyberbullying C. repetitive strain injury D. technology addiction

C. repetitive strain injury

Which of the following types of websites typically provides the least security? A. online banking sites B. online shopping sites C. social media sites D. private business sites

C. social media sites

Which of the following statements about browser security settings is false? A. You can choose which sites run pop-ups. B. You must keep your accumulated web history as long as you use the browser. C. You can accept or deny cookies. D. You can allow or block scripts on specific websites.

C. you must keep your accumulated web history as long as you use the browser

How can an attacker execute malware through a script? A. A script can retrieve and store your personal information, such as your online buying habits. B. A script searches the Internet for personal information about you. C. A script can send you a fraudulent email message requesting confidential information. D. A script can run a series of instructions to download and run malware.

D. A script can run a series of instructions to download and run malware

Which of the following is the strongest password? A. Test1test2test3 B. colorbluesky C. Welcome123 D. H@veAGr3atDay!!

D. H@veAGr3atDay!!

Emma downloaded a new game from an unfamiliar website. A few days later, Emma realized her system had been hacked and her credit card numbers were stolen. Without Emma knowing, what type of malware might she have downloaded to her computer? A. worm B. Trojan C. spam D. ransomware

Trojan

How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges? A. use a surge protector B. unplug the computer when it is not in use C. use an uninterruptible power supply D. use a cable lock

A. use a surge protector

In terms of privacy, which of the following is a best practice? A. Saving your personal information as an email draft B. Keeping your Social Security number hidden in a locked box in your home C. Posting your location on social media D. Throwing away old bank statements that are more than three months old

B. keeping your social security number hidden in a locked box in your home

Which of the following forms of identity theft involves posing as a legitimate researcher to ask for personal information? A. phishing B. cyberstalking C. pretexting D. research spoofing

C. pretexting

Cassidy is a medical assistant in a hospital and has access to many medical files. When she brings patients to the examining room, she can be observed swiping a card, typing in a password, and staring into what appears to be a camera, all attached to the computer. After completing her check-in, Cassidy leaves the patient in the examining room waiting on the doctor. It is important that she logs out of the system so the patient does not have access to the information stored in the hospital's database. Based on Cassidy's actions what systems do you think the hospital has in place to protect the patient medical records? A. Digital certificates B. Two factor authentication C. Biometrics D. Encryption

C. Biometrics

What would a password manager allow you to do? A. Test your memorization skills. B. Create and store multiple strong passwords. C. Make sure you do not repeat passwords on similar accounts. D. Prevent you from using birthdays in your passwords.

B. Create and store multiple strong passwords.

How will you decide which browser security settings to allow and which ones to block? A. If the browser security setting is from my favorite online retailers, I will accept it because the retailer knows what I like. B. I will need to review each browser security setting and use my best judgement. C. If the browser security setting is on a website sent from a friend, I always accept the setting. D. If the browser security setting has been mentioned on several friends' timelines on Facebook then it must be a good one, so I should do change it on my computer too.

B. I will need to review each browser security setting and use by judgement

_____ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter. A. Data mining B. Authentication C. Encryption D. Automatic encoding

B. authentication

Marcus recently had his cell phone stolen. All of the following are security features that should help him locate his stolen phone EXCEPT which one? A. His phone can generate an alarm even if it is on mute. B. He can use remote tracking to retrace the thief's steps. C. The current location of his phone can be pinpointed on a map through the phone's GPS. D. If the thief enters an incorrect passcode three times, the phone takes a picture of the thief and emails it to Marcus.

B. he can use remote tracking to retrace the thief's steps

You can configure your wireless router to protect your devices in all of the following ways EXCEPT ____. A. creating a strong password to access the router B. naming your router something you'll remember, like your street address C. turning off remote management to the device D. utilizing guest access when needed and turning it off when guests leave

B. naming your router something you'll remember, like your street address

You can monitor and protect your financial data in all of the following ways EXCEPT _____. A. Being cautious about what information you post on social networking sites. B. Storing financial information in an unsent email message. C. Querying unfamiliar purchases found on your bank statements. D. Shredding financial documents before you discard them.

B. storing financial information in an unsent email message

Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer's hard drive and storing them in a remote location. A. Digital certificates B. Two factor authentication C. Biometrics D. Encryption

D. data backup

In which of the following situations is a digital certificate useful? A. You are researching a topic for an assignment. B. You are registering for an event. C. You are emailing a friend. D. You are signing a rental lease.

D. you are signing a rental lease