Which of the following best describes a wired network?

• Uses radio waves for communication

• Is always slower than wireless

• Uses physical cables for communication

• Requires no physical infrastructure

What is the main characteristic of a PAN (Personal Area Network)?

• Is limited to wired connections

• Covers a large geographic area

• Connects devices within a small area

• Connects multiple buildings

Which type of network connects devices across cities or countries?

• PAN

• LAN

• CAN

• WAN

Which of the following is a common security threat that encrypts files and demands payment?

• Spyware

• Ransomware

• Malware

• Phishing

What type of malware is designed to gather information without the user's consent?

• Ransomware

• Spyware

• Virus

• Worm

Which of the following is an example of social engineering?

• Sending a phishing email

• Using encryption

• Hacking a database

• Installing malware

What does 'phishing' refer to in cybersecurity?

• A method of stealing personal information

• A network attack that disrupts service

• A form of data encryption

• A type of computer virus

What is the primary purpose of using a firewall?

• To protect networks from unauthorized access

• To store sensitive data

• To encrypt data

• To speed up internet connection

Which authentication method uses physical traits for verification?

• Electrical token

• Smart card

• Biometrics

• Magnetic stripe card

What is a smart card?

• A credit card with added security features

• A card embedded with a chip for secure transactions

• A physical device with a magnetic stripe

• A type of biometrics