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What is the main purpose of implementing security measures?

Back

To protect the security and integrity of data

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Which of the following is NOT good practice for creating a strong password?

• Using more than 8 characters
• Including upper-case and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols
• Changing it regularly, such as once a month
• Using a simple word with a number at the end

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Using a simple word with a number at the end

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How often should passwords be changed to maintain security?

Back

Once a month

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What is the purpose of using passwords?

Back

To protect ourselves from unauthorised access and malicious software

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What can be a consequence of setting different access levels for users?

Back

It prevents a hacker from having complete access to all the data in the system

Front

What is the role of a firewall?

Back

To monitor and control the data transferring into and from your computer

Front

How do firewalls help in the context of malicious software?

Back

They prevent the spread of worms by closing harmful connections

Front

What is a potential benefit of limiting the amount of access a single user has?

Back

It reduces the amount of damage a user can do to the system.

Front

What is the purpose of an anti-virus software program?

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To prevent viruses and other malware from infecting your computer

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What is the main difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption?

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Symmetric encryption uses the same key to encrypt and decrypt data, while asymmetric uses different keys