Viruses and Antiviruses Quiz
Authored by Rumaysa Faisal
Computers
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
What is the main purpose of a computer virus?
To protect the computer system
To prevent malicious software
To replicate and execute itself
To scan files
Answer explanation
The main purpose of a computer virus is to replicate and execute itself.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
What is the main purpose of an antivirus software?
To harm the computer system
To prevent malicious software
To replicate and execute itself
To detect and eliminate computer viruses
Answer explanation
The main purpose of antivirus software is to detect and eliminate computer viruses.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
Which of the following is an example of a computer virus?
Norton
Bit defender
ILOVEYOU
TotalAV
Answer explanation
ILOVEYOU is an example of a computer virus. It is a notorious worm that spread through email and caused widespread damage in 2000.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
What is the main function of an antivirus software?
To harm the computer system
To replicate and execute itself
To scan files
To protect the computer system from viruses
Answer explanation
The main function of an antivirus software is to protect the computer system from viruses.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
What is the primary function of a firewall, and how does it help protect Liam, Sophia, and Zoe's computer systems?
To protect the computer system from viruses
To replicate and execute itself
To scan files
To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
Answer explanation
A firewall's primary function is to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic, which helps protect Liam, Sophia, and Zoe's computer systems.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
What is the main purpose of a firewall?
To prevent malicious software
To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic
To replicate and execute itself
To scan files
Answer explanation
The main purpose of a firewall is to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
Which of the following is an example of a trojan horse?
Avast One
WannaCry
Bitdefender
Horse Trojan
Answer explanation
A trojan horse is a type of malware that disguises itself as a legitimate program or file. 'Horse Trojan' is an example of a trojan horse.
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