WJEC 1.3.3 Protection Methods

Which of the following is a method of logical protection in data security?

• Locks

• Biometrics

• Firewalls

• Security staff

What is an example of physical protection in data security?

• Encryption

• Password protection

• Anti-malware applications

• Locks

Which of the following is NOT a logical protection method?

• Access levels

• Authentication

• Location of hardware

• Password protection

What is the purpose of password protection?

• To give different levels of permission to the user.

• To prove the identity of the user.

• A set of characters used to access an account.

• Software used to identify malware.

What is the function of firewalls in logical protection methods?

• To monitor data coming in and out of the network.

• To prove the identity of the user.

• Algorithm used to scramble data so it becomes unreadable.

• Software used to identify malware.

Which logical protection method is used to prove the identity of the user?

• Password protection

• Authentication

• Encryption

• Access levels

What is the role of encryption in logical protection methods?

• To give different levels of permission to the user.

• To prove the identity of the user.

• Algorithm used to scramble data so it becomes unreadable.

• Software used to identify malware.

What is the purpose of access levels in logical protection methods?

• To give different levels of permission to the user.

• To prove the identity of the user.

• A set of characters used to access an account.

• Software used to identify malware.

What is the function of anti-malware software?

• To monitor data coming in and out of the network.

• To prove the identity of the user.

• Algorithm used to scramble data so it becomes unreadable.

• Software used to identify malware.

Which of the following is a method of physical protection for data?

• Encryption

• Biometrics

• Firewall

• Antivirus software