Computer Security Pre-test

A slimy pink thing that lives in dirt

Pieces of malicious code that make copies of themselves and spread through computers without human interaction.

An unsolicited email message.

True

False

Yes

No

Maybe

They don't like you.

To commit a crime

Random vandalism

To use it to distribute porn, malcious programs, etc.

All of the above

Report it as phishing/spam through your email provider

Delete the message

Reply to the message with your email and password

True

False

Lock the computer with a password

Activate the screen saver

Turn the monitor off

A wall that is reinforced and cannot catch on fire.

A program that protects against viruses.

A filter for an internet connection that monitors outgoing and incoming activity.

Both uppercase and lowercase letters.

A word that is easy to remember, such as the name of a pet.

At least 8 characters, and a combination of letters, numbers, and characters.

A website created for people who share common interests.

Scams distributed through email such as phishing, pharming and impersonation.

A targeted attack on a personal computer.