Understanding Malware and Spyware

Understanding Malware and Spyware

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

Created by

Liam Anderson

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The video tutorial introduces system security, focusing on malware and spyware. It explains different types of malware, including viruses, worms, and trojans, and how they can harm computers. The tutorial also covers spyware, such as keyloggers and adware, which collect user information without consent. The video emphasizes the importance of using anti-malware and anti-spyware tools to protect against these threats. Viewers are encouraged to continue learning about computer security and subscribe for more content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the video?

Software development

Networking

Malware and spyware

System hardware

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware discussed in the video?

Virus

Firewall

Worm

Trojan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of a computer virus?

To protect the computer from threats

To cause harm to the computer

To update software automatically

To enhance computer performance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do worms typically affect a computer system?

By deleting files

By improving network speed

By replicating and filling up storage

By encrypting data

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of anti-malware software?

To increase internet speed

To slow down the computer

To defend against malware

To create malware

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of spyware?

It provides free software updates

It speeds up computer processing

It sends information without user knowledge

It enhances computer graphics

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a keylogger designed to do?

Record every key press

Encrypt keyboard inputs

Improve typing speed

Provide keyboard shortcuts

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