Cybersecurity Quiz

What makes "Better" passwords more secure than "Bad" passwords?

• They include upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

• They are shorter.

• They include special characters.

• They are all in lowercase.

What does a computer virus eventually execute?

• Some kind of code

• A cleaning program

• A file organizer

• A storage enhancer

What can a computer virus be designed to do as a harmful action?

• Delete everything on the computer

• Clean the computer

• Organize files

• Increase storage space

What is the main characteristic of a computer virus?

• It reproduces and infects other computers

• It cleans the computer

• It organizes files

• It increases storage space

What is Adware?

• A type of software that protects your computer from viruses.

• A type of software that hijacks your web browser and forces it to display annoying advertisements.

• A type of software that speeds up your internet connection.

• A type of software that helps you manage your files.

What is the primary purpose of spyware?

• To improve computer performance

• To monitor and send your activities to someone else

• To protect your computer from viruses

• To help you organize your files

What should you do to prevent your computer from being infected with malware?

• Install antivirus / malware software.

• Keep your antivirus software up to date.

• Run regularly scheduled antivirus scans.

• All of the above.

What is thrown out in phishing?

• A) Real fish

• B) Fake lures

• C) Thousands of fake emails

• D) Real emails

What is the main goal of phishing?

• A) To catch fish

• B) To secure information

• C) To trick people into revealing their passwords or confidential information

• D) To send out real emails

What should a strong password include?

• Your name

• Only numbers

• A mix of letters, numbers, and symbols

• The word "password"