computer yr 5

What is a computer virus

• an error, flaw or fault in a computer program or system that causes it to produce an incorrect or unexpected result

• a sudden, usually temporary malfunction or fault of equipment.

• A software program that makes copies of itself and attaches itself to other programs /files.

• none of these

• All of these

A virus can infect the computer hardware

• True

• False

The 2 types of Software are:

• Operating System

• System

• Business

• Application

Microsoft Word is an example of an operating system

• False

• True

What type of software is it?

• Operating system

• Application software

Program that protects a computer against viruses by identifying and removing any computer virus

• Antivirus

• Diagnostic Utility

• File Manager

• Screen Saver

Which software allows you to view web pages?

• Web Authoring

• Presentation

• Browser

• Video Editing

What is a "worm" as it relates to computers?

• A constructive computer virus
• A destructive computer virus
• A creep crawly insect
• A disrespectful software application

Why do people make viruses?

• To steal private information

• To heal broken computers

• It makes their computer stronger

• Just for fun

Is this an INPUT or OUTPUT device?

• input

• output

• both