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WorksheetsUnit 19
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is a fundamental security practice for a Windows PC?
Sharing all passwords.
Using strong, unique passwords.
Disabling Windows Firewall.
Installing any software from unknown sources.
Which Windows feature helps protect against malware and viruses?
System Restore
Windows Defender/Microsoft Defender
Disk Cleanup
Task Manager
What is the purpose of enabling User Account Control (UAC)?
To increase network speed.
To prevent unauthorized changes to the system.
To encrypt data.
To defragment the hard drive.
What is a critical security measure regarding software updates?
Disabling automatic updates.
Installing updates promptly.
Ignoring update notifications.
Installing updates from untrusted sources.
What is the purpose of a firewall on a Windows PC?
To manage user accounts.
To filter and control network traffic.
To manage network connections.
To manage hardware devices.
What is a basic security practice for a mobile device?
Disabling screen lock.
Using a strong PIN or biometric authentication.
Installing apps from unknown sources.
Connecting to any public Wi-Fi without a VPN.
What is the purpose of encrypting a mobile device?
To increase network speed.
To protect data if the device is lost or stolen.
To encrypt network traffic.
To defragment the device's storage.
What is a security risk associated with public Wi-Fi?
Faster internet speeds.
Data interception and eavesdropping.
Improved battery life.
Increased storage capacity.
What is a common method for securing mobile apps?
Disabling app permissions.
Reviewing and limiting app permissions.
Installing as many apps as possible.
Ignoring app update notifications.
What is a best practice for managing mobile device backups?
Disabling backups.
Regularly backing up data to a secure location.
Backing up to unencrypted storage.
Relying solely on local backups.
What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
To increase network speed.
To create a secure, encrypted connection over a public network.
What is a common method for securing a SOHO wireless network?
Using WEP encryption.
Using WPA2/WPA3 encryption and a strong password.
Disabling wireless security.
Using the default router password.
What is the purpose of a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) on a network?
To increase network speed.
To isolate publicly accessible servers from the internal network.
To encrypt network traffic.
To defragment the network storage.
What is a common security practice for routers?
Using the default admin password.
Changing the default admin password and updating firmware.
Disabling the firewall.
Opening all ports.
What is the purpose of intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)?
To manage user accounts.
To monitor and prevent malicious network activity.
To manage network connections.
To defragment the network storage.
What is a common symptom of a malware infection?
Increased network speed.
Slow system performance, unusual pop-ups, or unexpected behavior.
Improved graphics performance.
Increased RAM capacity.
What is the purpose of using antivirus software?
To manage user accounts.
To detect and remove malware and viruses.
To manage network connections.
To defragment the hard drive.
What is a common method for removing malware?
Changing the desktop wallpaper.
Running a full system scan with antivirus/anti-malware software.
Replacing the motherboard.
Disabling network adapters.
What is a potential risk of clicking on suspicious email attachments?
Increased network speed.
Malware infection or phishing attacks.
Improved graphics performance.
Increased RAM capacity.
What is the purpose of using anti-spyware software?
To manage user accounts.
To detect and remove spyware that tracks user activity.
To manage network connections.
To defragment the hard drive.
What is a common method for protecting against phishing attacks?
Clicking on all links in emails.
Verifying the sender's email address and website authenticity.
Disabling spam filters.
Sharing personal information freely.
What is a potential risk of downloading software from untrusted websites?
Increased network speed.
Malware infection or bundled adware.
Improved graphics performance.
Increased RAM capacity.
What is the purpose of regularly scanning for rootkits?
To manage user accounts.
To detect and remove hidden malware that can control the system.
To manage network connections.
To defragment the hard drive.
What is a common method for recovering from a ransomware attack?
Paying the ransom immediately.
Restoring from a clean backup or using a decryption tool if available.
Disabling all security software.
Reinstalling the operating system without backups.
What is a key security practice regarding removable media (USB drives)?
Plugging in any USB drive without scanning.
Scanning removable media for malware before use.
Disabling all USB ports.
Sharing USB drives with everyone.
