CC 6:14 - 6:19 Terms

What is the process of copying files from a computer’s hard drive to a remote location called?

• Data encryption

• Data backup

• Data compression

• Data transfer

Which technology provides high-speed data connections for mobile devices?

• Bluetooth

• Ethernet

• Wi-Fi

• Infrared

What is the central connection device needed for a home-based Wi-Fi network?

• Modem

• Wireless router

• Switch

• Hub

What term describes the state of being free from public attention to the degree you determine?

• Security

• Privacy

• Confidentiality

• Anonymity

What is the process of ensuring that a person requesting access to a computer is authentic?

• Verification

• Validation

• Authentication

• Authorization

What is a secret combination of letters, numbers, and/or characters that only the user should know?

• PIN

• Password

• Keycode

• Username

What type of password uses a common word or predictable sequence of characters?

• Strong password

• Weak password

• Secure password

• Encrypted password

What is a longer combination of letters, numbers, and symbols that unlocks access to protected data?

• Weak password

• Simple password

• Strong password

• Default password

What program allows users to create and store multiple strong passwords in a single file?

• Password manager

• Antivirus software

• Firewall

• Encryption tool

What is the most secure way to create and manage a password?

• Use a password that contains only lowercase letters, such as "password123."

• Create a password that is a common word found in the dictionary, such as "sunshine."

• Utilise a long and complex password with a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters, like "P@ssw0rd$2023!"

• Keep the same password for all your accounts to avoid forgetting them.

Answer explanation

(Use a password that contains only lowercase letters) is not secure because passwords with only lowercase letters are easier to crack, and they lack complexity. (Create a password that is a common word found in the dictionary) is not secure because dictionary words are vulnerable to dictionary attacks, where attackers use software to try various words until they find the correct one. (Utilise a long and complex password with a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters) is the most secure option. Longer and more complex passwords are harder for attackers to guess, increasing the security of your accounts. (Keep the same password for all your accounts to avoid forgetting them) is highly discouraged. Reusing passwords makes you more susceptible to security breaches. If one account gets compromised, all other accounts using the same password become vulnerable.