User Authentication Methods Quiz

What is the main purpose of user authentication methods as described in the material?

• To increase computer speed

• To verify user identity securely

• To store user data

• To create new user accounts

Which authentication method uses something you are, such as a fingerprint?

• Password Based

• Biometric Based

• Token Based

• Certificate Based

What is the main purpose of user authentication?

• To verify the identity of a user

• To increase internet speed

• To store user data

• To design user interfaces

If you are asked to explain how each authentication method works and where it is used, what are you being asked to do?

• Describe the process and application of each method

• Memorize random facts

• Draw a picture of a computer

• List programming languages

When evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each authentication method, what skill are you using?

• Critical analysis and comparison

• Simple memorization

• Typing speed

• Drawing skills

What is the main purpose of user authentication?

• To confirm a user's identity before granting access to systems, networks, or data

• To create new user accounts

• To delete unauthorized users

• To update software automatically

Which of the following is typically required during log-on procedures?

• Entering a username and authentication method

• Installing new software

• Running a virus scan

• Updating the operating system

A company wants to ensure that only authorized users can access their system. Which combination of log-on procedures would best achieve this goal?

• Username, password, and system checks for permissions

• Username only

• Password only

• System checks for hardware only

What is a graphical password?

• A password that uses only numbers

• A password that requires clicks on specific areas of an image or a sequence of images

• A password that is spoken aloud

• A password that is sent via email

Why might graphical passwords be considered easy to "shoulder surf"?

• Because they are written down

• Because the sequence of clicks can be observed by someone nearby

• Because they use only numbers

• Because they are sent via email