Computer Security Quiz

During a computer science class, Dustin asked, 'What are programs specifically designed to damage a computer when installed called?'

• Spam

• Virus/Malware

• Adware

• Phishing

Jacob and Amy were discussing what a virus/malware can do to a computer. What can virus/malware do to a computer?

• Improve its performance

• Access personal information, corrupt files, and erase the hard drive

• Increase internet speed

• Protect against other viruses

Morgan received an email that advertised a product she didn't sign up for. What is this type of email called?

• A type of virus

• Unwanted emails that advertise products or promote services

• A computer program that speeds up your computer

• A method to secure your computer

Dalton and Scott are discussing how spam emails are usually sent. What is the common method?

• In small volumes

• In large volumes

• Individually

• Through postal mail

Katherine and Carson are discussing ways to share their creative projects online. What is Creative Commons?

• A nonprofit organization that enables the sharing and use of creativity and knowledge through free legal tools.

• A for-profit organization that sells copyright licenses.

• A government agency that enforces copyright laws.

• A private company that provides paid legal services.

Josh and Anna are working on a school project and want to share their creative work online. What do Creative Commons licenses provide?

• A simple, standardized way to give the public permission to share and use your creative work.

• A complex legal framework for protecting intellectual property.

• A paid service for managing copyright disputes.

• A government-issued certification for creative works.

Tim and Morgan are discussing how Creative Commons licenses relate to copyright. How do Creative Commons licenses relate to copyright?

• They work alongside copyright and enable you to modify your copyright terms.

• They replace copyright entirely.

• They are only applicable to digital media.

• They are enforced by international law.

During a group project, Morgan took Amy's research and presented it as his own. What is this act called?

• Libel

• Slander

• Plagiarism

• Copyright

Carson read a published article that contained a false statement damaging to his reputation. Which term refers to this type of written or printed false statement?

• Plagiarism

• Libel

• Slander

• Defamation

Juliet made an oral (spoken) false statement about Alex that damaged Alex's reputation. What is the term for this?

• Plagiarism

• Libel

• Slander

• Defamation