CIW-Lesson 8 Review (1.10)

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Which of the following is the most common method for spreading viruses? Downloading files, Installing programs, Swapping disks or drives, Opening attachments

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Opening attachments

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Which statement best describes hash encryption? Options: An encryption method in which a key is required to encrypt data for storage and verify its integrity, An encryption method in which the same key is used to encrypt and decrypt a message, An encryption method in which two separate keys -- a private key and a public key -- are used to encrypt and decrypt a message, An encryption method in which numbers generated by an algorithm from a text string are used to verify the integrity of transmitted messages

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An encryption method in which numbers generated by an algorithm from a text string are used to verify the integrity of transmitted messages

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Secure authentication requires:

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a user name, a password, and encryption of this information

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When your company's private LAN is protected by a firewall, which of the following is true? Users on the LAN can access information from the Internet, but outside users cannot access information stored on the LAN.

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Users on the LAN can access information from the Internet, but outside users cannot access information stored on the LAN.

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What can you use to electronically verify your identity without the need to provide data confidentiality?

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Digital signature

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Which of the following is an effective way for Web site owners to prevent typosquatting? Options: Purchase domain names that are similar to their actual domain names, Encrypt all network transmissions with algorithms that use a minimum of 128-bit keys, Automatically apply operating system updates and patches as they become available, Host their Web sites on illicit servers

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Purchase domain names that are similar to their actual domain names

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You suspect that an attacker has gained control of your computer system. What action should you take next?

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Unplug the computer network cable and/or disable the computer's wireless NIC.

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Which of the following is an electronic stamp that can verify the integrity of data and the identity of the message source? Options: Certificate authority, Secure authentication, Digital signature, Private key

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Digital signature

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You just got a new computer and you are now much more concerned about viruses and other security threats. Which strategy can help you protect your computer against virus attacks?

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Update the definitions on your anti-virus application frequently.

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A firewall can perform which task?

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Prevent unauthorized access to proprietary data on an intranet