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WorksheetsPrivacy, Security & Ethics
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is the primary purpose of malicious programs or malware?
To enhance computer performance
To assist in data encryption
To damage or disrupt a computer system
To create secure networks
Which of the following is a common characteristic of worms?
Disguised as something else
Attaches to different programs
Fills the computer with self-replicating information
Spreads through unauthorized Wi-Fi networks
What is a Botnet or Robot Network composed of?
Fingerprint scanners
Zombies
Encryption keys
Rogue Wi-Fi hotspots
Discuss the three most common malicious programs – viruses, worms, and Trojan horses. Explain how each operates and the potential damage they can cause to computer systems
Describe the principles and key components of a disaster recovery plan. How does such a plan contribute to maintaining business continuity in the face of unforeseen events or disasters?
Which encryption protocol is commonly used to secure websites?
WPA2
HTTPS
VPN
Trojan Horse
How do archiving and search features on the web contribute to the challenges of maintaining online privacy?
What does Privacy Mode in web browsers aim to achieve?
Block first-party cookies
Hide browsing history
Disable internet connectivity
Increase internet speed
How does a dictionary attack attempt to gain unauthorized access?
By encrypting data
By using facial recognition
By trying common words sequentially
By creating secure passwords
What are the three most significant concerns related to the impact of technology on people, according to the class lecture?
Speed, efficiency, and security
Privacy, security, and ethics
Accuracy, property, and access
Ownership, surveillance, and data control
What is the primary purpose of Employee monitoring software mentioned in the class lecture?
Disable internet connectivity for employees
Enhance the security of company data
Increase internet speed in the workplace
Legally monitor employee email
What is the responsibility of those who control data and use it?
Data ownership
Data accuracy
Data security
Data access
How do first-party cookies differ from third-party cookies?
First-party cookies are generated by advertising companies.
Third-party cookies are generated by websites being visited.
First-party cookies are affiliated with the website being visited.
Third-party cookies are deposited on the hard disk.
The Freedom of Information Act grants individuals the right to look at their personal records held by private companies
True
False
What potential issues arise from the collection and sale of personal data by information resellers?
Increased security measures
Privacy Mode activation
Improved accuracy of collected data
Identity theft and spreading inaccurate information
The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act is designed to protect medical records from unauthorized access
True
False
Keystroke loggers record and report internet activities, making them less invasive and dangerous spyware
True
False
Web bugs are visible images or HTML code that are openly displayed in email messages or web pages
True
False
What is the primary focus of the Freedom of Information Act?
Protecting privacy on the web
Government entitlement to collect personal data
Allowing employers to monitor email legally
Entitlement to look at records held by government agencies
First-party cookies are generated only by the websites you are actively visiting during your browsing session
True
False
What are the key locations on the hard drive where critical information is stored during web browsing, leading to potential privacy concerns?
Browser cache, Privacy Mode, Spyware
Firewall logs, Antivirus updates, Cookies
History Files, Temporary Internet Files, Cookies
System files, Employee monitoring software, Cookies
Privacy Mode in web browsers guarantees complete anonymity while surfing the internet.
True
False
Examine the challenges and benefits of Employee monitoring software in the workplace. How can legislation strike a balance between protecting employee privacy and allowing employers to ensure security?
Employee monitoring software allows employers to legally monitor the content of private emails sent by employees during work hours
True
False
Discuss the risks and implications of online identity, considering the information people voluntarily share about themselves online
