Computer Security - Topic 1

Define computer security measure

• Security measures is the action that could cause a loss or damage to computer hardware and software
• Security measure is code of acceptable behaviours users should follow while in the Internet
• Security measures is the protections that can reduce the risk of a problem occuring due to the computer security risk
• Security measures is the use of computer network, file or other resources without permission

A virus damages the hardware on a computer

• True

• False

A virus damages the software and data stored on a computer

• True

• False

Which of the following are signs that your computer has a virus?

• Computer freezes

• Lots of popups and advertisments

• Files are corrupt or missing

• Slower internet speeds

Computer viruses are spread by?

• Dowloading files such as games, videos, audio

• Searching the internet for information

• E-mail attachments

• Portable devices such as USB sticks or external hardrives

• Playing games on your computer

This is an example of?

• Trojan

• Worm

• Phishing

• Virus

Which of the following best describes a worm?

• Malware that pretends to be legitimate software but actually contains a virus

• Malware that multiplies itself and spread between computers

• Malware that prevents the user from accessing their computer or files unless they pay a ransom fee

Malware that pretends to be legitimate software such as security software or a game but acutally contains a virus is known as

• Worm

• Spyware

• Trojan

What signs should you look out for to spot phishing scams?

• Poor spelling, punctuation and grammar errors

• E-mail or text message starts with Dear Customer rather than your name

• Attachements are .exe files

• Weblinks that don't take you to the official company website

The best ways to protect your devices from malware is?

• Avoid using the internet

• Install security software such as anti-virus software

• Ensure your browser and operating system are always up to date

• Disable popups