GR7_Unit 4: Networks (Lesson 8.1.6 )

The role and importance of firewalls in networks is to:

• Monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules

• Provide a physical barrier to unauthorized access

• Enhance the speed of the network

• Serve as a backup for network data

Antivirus and anti-spyware are used to keep data secure on a network by:

• Detecting and removing malicious software

• Encrypting all network data

• Blocking all incoming network traffic

• Providing cloud storage solutions

Define the term 'malicious'.

• Having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone

• Being kind and helpful

• Indifferent or neutral

• Full of joy and happiness

A database is a _______.

• collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data

• type of software that performs calculations

• hardware device used for storing data

• programming language used for data analysis

Quarantine is defined as:

• A period of isolation to prevent the spread of disease.

• A type of medical treatment.

• A method of diagnosing diseases.

• A form of vaccination.

Adware is defined as:

• A type of software that displays unwanted advertisements.

• A hardware device used for network security.

• A programming language used for web development.

• A type of malware that encrypts files.

Define the term 'trojans'.

• A type of malware that misleads users of its true intent

• A celestial body orbiting the sun

• A type of ancient Greek soldier

• A programming language

The term 'unauthorised' is defined as:

• having official permission or approval

• lacking official permission or approval

• being in a state of readiness

• having a legal obligation

Antivirus software is used to:

• Detect and remove malware

• Edit videos

• Browse the internet

• Play games

Which company developed the AVG AntiVirus FREE app?

• AVAST Software

• AVG Mobile

• Cheetah Mobile

• Doctor Web, Ltd.