Computer Security

6 Questions | By Aiza | Last updated: Apr 25, 2019 | Total Attempts: 1017

The quiz is consists of 7 questions. You are asked to answer ALL questions.

Questions and Answers

1.

Question 1 : Below are steps in scanning antivirus Rearrange them in the correct sequence. a. Scan the selected file b. Choose an antivirus program c. Wait while the program is scanning and the result is produced d. Select file that need to be scanned
- A.
  
  D-b-a-c
- B.
  
  B-d-a-c
- C.
  
  A-c-b-d
- D.
  
  C-a-d-b
2.

Question 2:Which of the following actions will help to protect your computer against spyware?
- A.
  
  Using a firewall.
- B.
  
  Only downloading programs from Web sites you trust.
- C.
  
  Installing anti-spyware protection.
- D.
  
  All the above.
3.

Question 3: Which of the following is an antivirus software?
- A.
  
  Microsoft Office
- B.
  
  Trend Micro PC-cillin
- C.
  
  Windows XP
- D.
  
  Microsoft Word
4.

Question 4 :How often should antivirus software be updated(the best way to protect computer)?
- A.
  
  Monthly
- B.
  
  Every 3 months
- C.
  
  Annually
- D.
  
  Never
5.

Question 5 : Which of the following refers to a spyware program?
- A.
  
  It lets you secretly read other people's e-mail.
- B.
  
  It blocks advertisements from popping up while you surf the Internet.
- C.
  
  It performs tasks on your computer without your consent and control.
- D.
  
  It performs scheduled tasks on your computer.
6.

14. A firewall will I. help block computer viruses and worms from reaching your computer. II. ask for your permission to block or unblock certain connection requests. III. detect or disable computer viruses and worms if they are already in your computer. IV. stop you from opening e-mail with dangerous attachments.
- A.
  
  I and II
- B.
  
  I and III
- C.
  
  II and III
- D.
  
  III and IV

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