Q2 E-Tech Newton (WISE Test)

A: A Virus is a self-replicating code that infects applications and can cause data theft, DDoS or ransomware attacks

B: A worm is a standalone program that spread rapidly and can execute damage to systems by deleting files, creating botnets, or consuming bandwidth.

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only Statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: neither statement is correct

A: Convergence is an ICT development characterized by accomplishing similar goals or tasks across various devices.

B: Assistive technologies are designed to make ICT inclusive

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is incorrect

A: A network refers to a collection of computers, internet devices, and communication media that carry data from one device to another.

B: A server is a computer program that is mainly used to harm devices, access confidential information, or just plainly annoying

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is correct

A: Phishing is an internet behavior characterized by sending indiscriminately large numbers of emails/chat messages to several (or single) recipient/s.

B: Malware is short for malicious software, and encompasses a wide range of online threats designed to harm devices, networks, and users, and often for the benefit of cybercriminals.

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is correct

A: A Trojan is a type of malware that is discreetly designed to surreptitiously record a user's keystrokes without their knowledge or consent.

B: Keyloggers is a type of malware that cannot self-replicate but can redirect internet traffic, monitor a user's activity, and set-up backdoor access points to the system, making the device or network vulnerable to other online attacks.

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is correct

A: A bot is a software application that performs automated tasks on command. While there are legitimate uses of them, they can also be used for malicious purposes.

B: The single purpose of spyware is to erase user data and ensure that it cannot be recovered.

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is correct

A: A rootkit is similar to a type of spyware where a user's activity. It erodes the user's privacy by creating a profile of the user and target advertisements.

B: A file-less malware is a stealthy program that embeds in the computer's core and facilitates unauthorized access, enabling cybercriminals to take control of the compromised system.

• W: Only statement A is correct

• I: Only statement B is correct

• S: Both statements are correct

• E: Neither statement is correct

Which of the following describes the rules of conduct for respectful and appropriate communication using the internet?

• Etiquette

• Ethics

• Netiquette

• Proper Communication