Introduction to Network Security

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What is a network?

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A network is a system of interconnected devices that communicate and share resources.

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What are the main types of networks?

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LAN, WAN, VPN, WLAN

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What does LAN stand for?

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Local Area Network

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What is the purpose of a firewall?

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The purpose of a firewall is to protect networks by controlling traffic and preventing unauthorized access.

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How does a packet filter firewall work?

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A packet filter firewall works by inspecting and filtering packets based on predefined rules.

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What is a common type of network attack?

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Denial of Service (DoS) attack

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What is phishing?

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Phishing is a type of cyber attack that involves deceiving individuals into revealing personal information.

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What does VPN stand for?

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Virtual Private Network

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Malware

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Malware is malicious software intended to damage or disrupt systems.

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Which method of connectivity provides the highest bandwidth speeds? Options: Twisted pair, Fiber optical, CDMA, 802.11ac

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Twisted pair