CompTIA Tech Plus Review QUIZ

What is a Virtual Private Network (VPN) used for?

• To store data securely

• To create a secure connection over the Internet

• To increase internet speed

• To make a secret network hackers can't find

What is data at rest?

• Data that is moving over the Internet

• Data that is being processed by a computer

• Data that is saved and not currently being used

• Data that is being shared with others

Which of the following are small text files that allow websites to save information about you and how you're using their platform?

• Security keys

• Cookies

• Emails

• Apps

What is a primary reason websites want you to accept their cookies?

• To make their website load faster

• To improve your computer's security

• To show you more ads based on your interests

• To give you free access to paid content

What is the role of algorithms in targeted advertising?

• To delete user data.

• To analyze data and select relevant ads for users.

• To make the Internet slower.

• To randomly select ads to show users.

While playing an online game, Chris receives a message from another player asking for their full name and home address to send a prize. Should Chris provide this information?

• No, because this information is considered direct PII and should be kept private.

• Yes, if the other player promises to keep it a secret.

• No, unless the other player sends their information first.

• Yes, because Chris wants to receive the prize.

What should you do if you receive an unexpected email with an attachment?

• Forward the email to your friends.

• Delete the email without checking.

• Verify the sender before opening the attachment.

• Open the attachment immediately.

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email asking for personal information?

• Reply with the information requested.

• Ignore and delete the email.

• Share the email with friends.

• Click on all the links in the email.

Why is it important to review the privacy policy of a social media platform?

• To see how to deactivate your account

• To learn new posting techniques

• To understand how your data is used

• To find out how to report a post

What search engine focuses on user privacy and does not collect or store your personal information?

• Bing

• Google

• Yahoo

• DuckDuckGo