COMPUTER SECURITY RISK AND MEASURE

What is a computer virus?

• A program that helps your computer run faster

• A method of data backup

• A program that damages or alters computer operations

• A type of hardware theft

What does malware refer to?

• A security measure

• Malicious software that can harm your computer

• A type of computer hardware

• A type of internet connection

Which of the following is a symptom of malware?

• The internet connection is stable

• All programs work perfectly

• Files become corrupted

• The computer runs faster than usual

What is a worm in computer terms?

• A program that copies itself and uses up resources

• A type of computer virus

• A type of computer hardware

• A method of data encryption

What is unauthorized access?

• Using a computer without permission

• Accessing a computer with permission

• Backing up data correctly

• Installing software legally

What is the purpose of a firewall?

• To install new software

• To speed up the computer

• To protect a network from unauthorized access

• To create backups of data

What is cryptography?

• The art of stealing information

• The process of transforming readable data into unreadable format

• A method of hardware theft

• A type of computer virus

What does data backup mean?

• Installing new software

• Deleting unnecessary files

• Creating a copy of important files

• Accessing data without permission

What is a Trojan horse?

• A method of data encryption

• A type of hardware theft

• A program that looks legitimate but is harmful

• A program that replicates itself

What is software theft?

• Using software without a license

• Installing software legally

• Backing up software data

• Creating software programs