IGCSE ICT Chapter 8 - Safety & Security

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Software that automatically displays advertisements on a computer is called _______.

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Adware

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Legal consequences for violating copyright laws include: Ankle Bracelet, Imprisonment, Fines and loss of job prospects, House Seizure, Hard Labor

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Imprisonment, Fines and loss of job prospects

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A software that INFECTS a computer with the permission or knowledge of the user is a ______.

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Virus

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What helps keep data and equipment safe by giving only the appropriate people access?

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Network Security

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Is the following an example of a Health issue or a Safety issue? Tripping over loose wires.

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Safety

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Is the following an example of a Health issue or a Safety issue? Heavy equipment falling off tables and injuring people.

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Safety

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Is the following an example of a Health issue or a Safety issue? Clicking a mouse repetitively causing RSI.

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Health

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Is the following an example of a Health issue or a Safety issue? Overloading sockets causing fire.

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Safety

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The sending of fraudulent emails appearing to come from legitimate companies in order to steal passwords is known as ...

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Phishing

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Redirecting users to a bogus website that looks authentic is known as ...

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Pharming