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

To show you more ads based on your interests

To make their website load faster

To improve your computer's security

To give you free access to paid content

What is the role of algorithms in targeted advertising?

To analyze data and select relevant ads for users.

To randomly select ads to show users.

What does "Availability" in the CIA Triad ensure?

Information is readily available to authorized users

Information cannot be denied by its creator

Information is only accessible to authorized users

Information is stored and transferred as intended

What is a web application firewall used for?

Filtering and monitoring traffic between a web application and the Internet (Correct Answer)

Preventing unauthorized access to a network

What should you do if you see a warning about an expired certificate on a website?

Check the certificate details and proceed with caution if necessary.

Ignore the warning and proceed.

What is the purpose of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?

To develop security policies and capabilities

What can happen if people rely too much on automated security tools?

They might miss subtle signs of a security breach

They will always catch every security threat

The network will become less secure

Why are computers considered high-value targets?

They are expensive and store valuable data

They are connected to the internet

What is open-source software?

Software that is free to use and can be modified by anyone.

Software that is sold for profit.

Software that cannot be changed or modified.

Software that is only available to government agencies.

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?

Verify the sender before opening the attachment.

Forward the email to your friends.

Delete the email without checking.

Open the attachment immediately.

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

B) Ignore and delete the email.

A) Reply with the information requested.

C) Share the email with friends.

D) Click on all the links in the email.

What is the first step to remove an app on Windows?

Drag the app to the recycle bin

What is the next step after agreeing to the license agreement?

Choose the installation location

What is data integrity?

The idea that data sent over the Internet is accurate when it arrives

The process of backing up data to prevent loss

The process of compressing data to save space

The process of encrypting data for security

What is the purpose of two-factor authentication (2FA)?

To add an extra step to logging in for increased security

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

To understand how your data is used

To see how to deactivate your account

To learn new posting techniques

To find out how to report a post

What is real-time scanning in antivirus software?

Constantly watching your computer for threats

Scanning all files when manually started

Scanning when the computer is not being used

Scanning the system during the system startup

What is a common feature of a counterfeit website used in phishing attacks?

It uses a well-known business logo

What should you avoid doing with firewall applications on your computer?

Running two firewall applications at the same time

Using a firewall on public networks

What is the purpose of a security vestibule in preventing tailgating?

To allow only one person to enter at a time with proper credentials

To provide a place for employees to sign in

To provide a location for a security guard to view everyone entering

Why might your account get flagged when logging in from a different location?

Because logging in from an unfamiliar location looks suspicious.

Because the internet is slower in different locations.

Because your computer needs to update.

Because different locations have different software.

How do AI models gather information to learn?

By searching the Internet and using various methods and programs

By only scanning government sites

By only browsing specific websites

By only using input provided by the AI creator

What is the purpose of a security certificate on a website?

To verify the identity of the website and allow an encrypted connection

To act as a license for a user to access the web

To ensure the website’s content is appropriate for all ages

What is a potential risk of downloading software from the Internet?

The software might contain a virus.

The software might be too large to download.

The software might be too expensive.

The software might be outdated.

Why is it important to be cautious with personal details that seem harmless on the Internet?

They can be combined to create a complete profile of your identity.

They can lead to personalized advertising.

They are necessary for creating strong passwords.

They can make your social media profiles more interesting.

What is the purpose of creating separate network segments?

To isolate sensitive information and systems

To increase the number of users

To simplify network administration

What is patch management?

A process to ensure computers run reliably and securely

A process of installing new patches as soon as they are released

A way for users to install their own patches

A policy of updating only critical systems

Why is SMS texting considered less secure than other forms of communication?

It sends messages in plain text.

It uses internet communications.

It stores messages on your phone.

What is the main reason for testing patches before deploying them?

To ensure they do not cause problems

To scan all of the files with an antivirus program

To make sure the network runs faster

To make sure they don't leave extra files

Alex receives an email from what appears to be his bank, asking him to confirm his account details by clicking on a link and entering his personal information. The email looks official and includes the bank's logo. What should Alex do in this situation?

Verify the email by contacting his bank using the official contact information.

Reply to the email asking for more information.

Forward the email to his friends to see what they think.

Click on the link and enter his account details.

Why is it dangerous if someone gets access to your primary email account?

They can send emails to your contacts

They can change passwords for other accounts

What does "Integrity" in the CIA Triad guarantee?

Information is stored and transferred as intended

Information cannot be denied by its creator

Information is readily available

Information is only accessible to authorized users

What does the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) allow people living in California to do?

See what personal information companies collect about them

Delete their social media accounts

Prevent companies from collecting any data at all

Make companies pay them money for their data

Which of the following is a potential security concern of Single Sign-On (SSO)?

If a hacker gets into one account, they could access everything

It is more expensive to implement

Users have to remember multiple passwords

What is the main focus of the "Identify" function in the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?

To evaluate risks and recommend security controls

To develop and operate IT assets securely

To monitor the effectiveness of controls

What type of system allows a user to authenticate once to access multiple services?

Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

What is a false positive in antivirus software?

When the software detects a virus that isn't actually harmful

When the software deletes a necessary system file

When the software fails to detect a virus

When the software slows down your computer

What is accounting in the context of computer systems?

The process of documenting user actions on the computer system.

The process of optimizing computer performance.

The process of managing network connections.

The process of calculating financial transactions.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of antivirus software?

To identify and stop harmful attacks on your computer or network

To keep the operating system patched

To monitor network traffic on a desktop

To prevent unauthorized users

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a Kensington lock used for?

Locking a laptop to prevent theft

Monitoring network traffic

Encrypting data

Installing software updates

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a site license?

A) A license that allows software to be used only by the IT department.

B) A license that allows software to be used for free.

C) A license that allows software to be used on a single computer.

D) A license that allows software to be installed on multiple computers for one price.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Emails

Apps

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of firewall is typically used to protect a single workstation or server?

A) Hardware firewall

B) Network firewall

C) Cloud firewall

D) Software firewall

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the review process for apps before they are released in app stores?

To ensure they are free

To make sure they work well with the company's devices

To categorize them correctly

To increase their price

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Jamie's shopping cart empty after switching from Google Chrome to Safari to complete the purchase?

Jamie accidentally cleared their browsing history and cookies in Safari.

Cookies are specific to each browser, so the shopping cart doesn't carry over.

Safari and Google Chrome share cookies, but there was a glitch.

The website automatically clears the shopping cart after a certain period.

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