Malware

Malicious software is also known as:

• anti-virus.

• adware

• copyright

• malware

In relation to computers, what is a virus?

• A URL that may lead the user to download a video file

• A program that is useful to download from the Internet

• A program that secretly watches your computer activity and sends the information over the Internet

• A self-replicating program that damages the hard drive and affects the computer's operation

Why is malware dangerous?

• It can track your personal preferences and passwords.

• It can lock you out of your computer, until you pay a ransom fee.

• It can keep you from accessing web sites you want to see.

• It can install hidden applications that share your personal information without your permission.

The easiest way to become a victim of malware, spyware or viruses is through:

• playing games.

• online chatrooms.

• texting.

• downloads

You receive an e-mail from a good friend. It tells you go look at a website where they found surf boards for sale. You know your friend is not interested in surfing. The URL looks like this:

http://radonwaterproof.pl/decking/wonder.php?lead=1ke36kr0zt78av0

What kind of common threat is this message?

• Virus

• Malware

• Phishing

• Pharming

You are using a public computer in the lobby of a hotel.

What is something that you should be aware of while using this computer?

• Public computers are usually safe to use because they run the latest security software.

• You will be prevented from accessing any site that would require you to enter personal information.

• There may be malware on the computer that could damage any file you use on it, but that poses no threat to your personal information.

• There may be malware on the computer that is capturing any personal information you enter on it, such as user names and passwords.

You receive an e-mail message informing you that you have won a new iPad tablet.

It says that all you have to do is reply to the e-mail and enter a form with your personal information.

What should you do?

• Do not reply to the e-mail but call the sender on the phone to give your personal information and accept your prize.

• Scan the e-mail message with an anti-virus program before replying.

• Reply, but be careful about the information you submit.

• Do not reply, and be sure to delete the e-mail message.

Which of the following is the best example of a strong password?

• 123456

• Joey!

• password

• $piderMan9

A strong password should contain:

• your name or the name of your favorite pet.

• all lowercase characters.

• all numbers and capital letters, and be no more than 5 characters long.

• at least one capital letter, one number and one symbol, and be at least 8 characters long.

Which of the following is NOT a way to protect your computer from a virus?

• Clear internet cache and browsing history

• Install updates

• Use an anti-virus program

• Not downloading anything