CAIE Lower Secondary Computing Quiz

What is the main purpose of setting file permissions?

• To save storage space

• To decorate files

• To limit access and protect files

• To delete old files

If you give someone read-only access, what can they do?

• Delete the file

• Edit the file

• Only view the file

• Share the file

Why might a school restrict access to student files?

• To make backups faster

• To protect student privacy

• To stop students from writing

• To improve internet speed

Which of the following permissions allows someone to change a file?

• View

• Read

• Edit

• Execute

A shared folder allows:

• Only teachers to access it

• Any user to change its name

• Users with permission to access the contents

• Unlimited internet usage

Which of these usernames is safest for a student?

• Emma2009

• JohnSmith88

• SoccerFanX

• Tom_Wilson

Why is it risky to use your real name in a username?

• It takes too long to type

• It can reveal personal identity

• It can be boring

• It confuses the system

A good username should:

• Include your birthdate

• Be as short as possible

• Be hard to remember

• Not include personal information

Which username might be considered unsafe?

• BlueTurtle47

• Ellie2010

• PuzzleMaster

• ShadowFox

What is the main reason to use a non-personal username online?

• So teachers know who you are

• To make more friends

• To protect your identity

• To play games better