Question 1

Information such as birth records, marriage certificates, and divorce information, as well as property purchases, assessments, liens, and tax values is confidential and can legally be seen only by authorized individuals.

Accepted Answer

While some types of personal information may be confidential and limited in accessibility, others, such as property records, are typically considered public information that can be accessed by anyone. The specific regulations regarding access to personal information can vary by state or country.

Question 2

You can surf anonymously, opt out of some marketing activities, and use filters and other tools to limit your exposure to spam.

Accepted Answer

It is possible to surf anonymously using tools like VPNs or Tor, opt out of some marketing activities through options provided by websites or using third-party tools, and use filters to limit exposure to spam in emails and social media.

Question 3

There are many options for protecting yourself against computer monitoring by your employer or the government.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

Phish refers to unsolicited e-mail sent to a large group of individuals at one time.

Accepted Answer

Phish refers to a type of cyber attack where attackers attempt to trick individuals into providing sensitive information by pretending to be a trustworthy entity, not just unsolicited emails.

Question 5

According to the American Management Association (AMA), the vast majority of all U.S. companies use some type of electronic surveillance with their employees. However, it is uncommon for employers to discipline employees for misuse of e-mail or the Internet at work.

Accepted Answer

It is common for employers to discipline employees for misuse of e-mail or the Internet at work, as electronic surveillance often leads to monitoring and enforcing company policies.

Question 6

Many privacy advocates object to the use of video surveillance and face recognition technology in public locations.

Accepted Answer

Many privacy advocates argue that the use of video surveillance and face recognition technology in public places poses a threat to individual privacy and civil liberties. They argue that the constant monitoring of people in public spaces creates a chilling effect on freedom of expression and association, and that the risks of misuse, abuse, and hacking of the data collected are too great.

Question 7

In response to the increased occurrence of identity theft, some local governments have removed birth and death information from their available online records.

Accepted Answer

Some local governments have removed birth and death information from their available online records as a preventative measure against identity theft.

Question 8

Hardware theft can take many forms, including individuals making illegal copies of programs to give to friends and businesses installing software on more computers than permitted in the program's end-user license agreement.

Accepted Answer

Hardware theft refers to the physical theft of computer and other electronic equipment, not software piracy. Making illegal copies of programs and installing software on more computers than permitted are examples of software piracy, which is a different type of unauthorized activity.

Question 9

Semirugged PCs are designed to withstand drops of three feet or more onto concrete, extreme temperature ranges, wet conditions, and use while being bounced around over rough terrain in a vehicle.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

A government database is a collection of data about people that is collected and maintained by private industry.

Accepted Answer

A government database is a collection of data about people that is collected and maintained by government agencies or entities authorized by the government. Private industry may collect data about people, but it would generally not be considered a government database unless it is shared with or accessed by the government.

Question 11

Some electronic tools, such as computer monitoring software and video surveillance equipment, can be used legally by individuals, businesses, and law enforcement agencies.

Accepted Answer

It is legal to use computer monitoring software and video surveillance equipment as long as it complies with relevant laws and regulations, such as obtaining consent or following proper procedures for law enforcement agencies.

Question 12

System failure can occur because of a hardware problem, software problem, or a computer virus.

Accepted Answer

System failure can occur because of any of these reasons - a hardware problem, software problem, or a computer virus.

Question 13

The disaster recovery plan is also called a business continuity plan.

Accepted Answer

The disaster recovery plan is a part of the business continuity plan, but they are not interchangeable terms. The business continuity plan covers a wider range of preventing, preparing for, and dealing with any crisis that may interrupt business operations. The disaster recovery plan is more focused on IT infrastructure and recovery after a disaster or outage.

Question 14

A growing illegal use of computer monitoring software is the use of a keystroke logging system by hackers.

Accepted Answer

Keystroke logging or keylogging software can be used by hackers to record everything typed on a keyboard, including usernames and passwords, sensitive information, and even credit card details. This information can then be used for illegal activities such as identity theft or financial fraud. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 15

Read a Web site's piracy rules (if they exist) before providing any personal information.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Use voltage inverters to protect all of your sensitive electronics, such as televisions and gaming consoles in addition to computers, from electrical fluctuations.

Accepted Answer

Voltage inverters convert DC to AC power and are not designed to protect electronics from electrical fluctuations. Surge protectors or uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) are more suitable for protecting sensitive electronics from power surges and fluctuations.

Question 17

A privacy concern is the inclusion of digital camera capabilities in most mobile phones today.

Accepted Answer

The inclusion of digital camera capabilities in mobile phones can raise privacy concerns as it is easier for individuals to take photos or videos of others in private settings without their consent. Additionally, there have been instances where photos and videos captured through mobile phones have been shared or leaked without the knowledge or permission of those in the media.

Question 18

Some local governments permit searches for property located in that area, such as displaying the owner's name, address, and a link to additional information including property value and tax information.

Accepted Answer

Some local governments do allow searches for property information within their area, including owner's name, address, property value, and tax information. However, this may vary depending on the specific laws and regulations of each local government.

Question 19

Cookies and spyware are possible privacy risks.

Accepted Answer

Cookies and spyware can track and collect personal information, posing a potential privacy risk.

Question 20

At the present time, opting-out procedures are confusing and time-consuming, and they do not always work well.

Accepted Answer

Opting-out procedures can be confusing and time-consuming, and sometimes they do not work effectively.

Quiz 15: Computer Security and Privacy