CS Edexcel 3.2c Robust Software

Name 3 key words that define robust software

​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ (c)  

• Reliability
• Security
• Performance
• Organisation
• Management
• Communication
• Encryption

Vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks, data corruption and loss, reduced software lifespan and increased maintenance costs are all considered as what kind of issues with software?

Which of the following is NOT a risk of weak software?

• A) Vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks

• B) Increased reliability and trust

• C) Data corruption and loss

• D) Increased maintenance costs

Which of the following is a characteristic of robust software?

• Weak input validation

• Error handling and recovery mechanisms

• Lack of maintenance

• Data corruption

Fill in the blank: Robust software should have strong ______ validation.

What are vulnerabilities?

• Flaws or weaknesses in code that can be exploited.

• A type of programming language.

• A security tool used to protect data.

• A method for encrypting information.

What are some methods for identifying vulnerabilities?

• Code Reviews & Audit Trails

• Firewall Configuration

• Data Encryption

• Load Balancing

Explain why ensuring robustness in software is crucial.

• It helps prevent crashes, data loss, and security breaches, which can have serious implications for users and organizations.

• It makes the software more visually appealing to users.

• It guarantees that the software will never need updates.

• It allows the software to run only on specific hardware.

Which of the following is a benefit of robust software?

• Reduced software lifespan

• Consistent performance

• Increased maintenance costs

• Data corruption and loss

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Code Reviews?

• A) Early identification of potential bugs

• B) Improves code quality and consistency

• C) Promotes knowledge sharing among developers

• D) Reduces the need for testing