Question 1

A security system consisting of hardware and/or software that prevents unauthorized access to data and information on a network is called a(n) ____.
A) proxy
B) firewall
C) blocker
D) defender

Accepted Answer

A firewall is a network security system that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on an organization's previously established security policies. It prevents unauthorized access to data on a network. Proxies, blockers, and defenders might also be part of a security system, but they do not specifically prevent unauthorized access to data and information on a network.

Question 2

The most common type of software theft is ____.
A) stealing a CD
B) stealing a flash drive
C) software piracy
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Software piracy, also known as copyright infringement or illegal copying, is the unauthorized use, copying, distribution or sale of copyrighted software. It is the most common type of software theft and has significant financial and ethical implications. Stealing a CD or flash drive may also involve stealing software, but piracy is a more widespread and organized form of software theft.

Question 3

A ____ virus hides within or is designed to look like a legitimate program.
A) boot sector
B) file
C) Trojan horse
D) macro

Accepted Answer

A Trojan horse virus is designed to look like a legitimate program, tricking users into downloading and executing it without realizing it contains malicious code.

Question 4

A ____ virus replaces the program that is used to start the computer system with a modified, infected version of the startup program.
A) boot sector
B) file
C) Trojan horse
D) macro

Accepted Answer

This type of virus is called a boot sector virus as it infects the boot sector of the computer's hard drive and replaces the original startup program with an infected version. This allows the virus to run every time the computer is booted up, giving it control over the entire system.

Question 5

A ____ is a program that is activated when a certain condition is detected.
A) logic bomb
B) worm
C) time bomb
D) macro virus

Accepted Answer

A logic bomb is a program that is designed to perform an action when a specific condition is met. It is a type of malware that can lie dormant until triggered by a specific event or set of circumstances.

Question 6

A(n) ____ disc is normally a CD that contains an uninfected copy of key operating system commands and startup information that enables the computer to restart correctly; this kind of disc may be required in some circumstances by the program in the accompanying figure.
A) antivirus
B) rescue
C) fix-it
D) virus fix

Accepted Answer

The answer of  A(n) ____ disc is normally a...

Question 7

A ____ virus inserts virus code into program files.
A) boot sector
B) file
C) Trojan horse
D) macro

Accepted Answer

A file virus inserts virus code into program files. Boot sector viruses infect a computer's boot sector, Trojan horses are disguised as legitimate software, and macro viruses infect macro-enabled documents.

Question 8

An antipiracy technology designed to verify that software products have been legitimately licensed by licenses like the one in the accompanying figure is called ____.
A) product activation
B) software activation
C) software verification
D) product verification

Accepted Answer

The answer of  An antipiracy technology designed to verify...

Question 9

____ is the use of a computer system without permission.
A) Access controls
B) Unauthorized use
C) Unauthorized access
D) Biometric trespass

Accepted Answer

Unauthorized access refers to the act of accessing a computer system, network, or resource without permission, which is the correct definition provided in the question.

Question 10

A ____ virus hides virus code within an application such as a word processing or spreadsheet document.
A) malicious
B) file
C) Trojan horse
D) macro

Accepted Answer

A macro virus hides virus code within an application such as a word processing or spreadsheet document.

Question 11

____ is the use of a computer or data for unapproved or possibly illegal activities.
A) Access control
B) Unauthorized use
C) Unauthorized access
D) Biometic trespass

Accepted Answer

Unauthorized use refers to the use of a computer or data for unapproved or possibly illegal activities. Access control refers to the process of controlling access to resources, Unauthorized access refers to gaining access to resources without proper authorization, and biometric trespass refers to the act of illegally accessing biometric data.

Question 12

Antivirus programs like the one in the accompanying figure also are called ____.
A) vaccines
B) computer medicine
C) virus remedy
D) virus fixers

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Antivirus programs like the one in...

Question 13

A computer security risk is defined as any event or action that could cause loss of, or damage to, ____.
A) computer equipment
B) software
C) data and information
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

A computer security risk can cause loss or damage to computer equipment, software, and data and information. Therefore, all of the above are the best choice(s).

Question 14

A ____ is a program that is activated on a specific date.
A) logic bomb
B) worm
C) time bomb
D) macro virus

Accepted Answer

A time bomb is a type of malware that is programmed to activate or execute on a specific date or time. It is designed to remain undetected until that date, at which point it can cause damage or steal information. This is different from a logic bomb, which is triggered by a specific user action or system event, and a worm or virus, which can activate immediately or after being spread to multiple systems. A macro virus is a type of malware that infects documents and uses macros to execute its payload.

Question 15

In addition to detecting viruses and inoculating against them, antivirus programs like the one in the accompanying figure can ____.
A) repair infected programs and files
B) protect against power surges
C) protect against unauthorized access
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of  In addition to detecting viruses and...

Question 16

Software licenses like the one in the accompanying figure are agreements that ____.
A) provide specific conditions for use of the software
B) users must accept before using the software
C) outline the rights to use the software
D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Software licenses like the one in...

Question 17

All of the following are tips for creating passwords EXCEPT ____.
A) join two words together
B) use a close relative or your child's name
C) choose words from other languages
D) use a combination of letters and numbers

Accepted Answer

Using a close relative or child's name can make it easier for someone to guess your password, as those names may be easily available through social media or other means of public information. Instead, it is recommended to use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols, and avoid common words or phrases. Options A, C, and D all provide helpful tips for creating strong passwords.

Question 18

A well-known time bomb virus is the ____ virus, which destroys files on March 6.
A) da Vinci
B) Michelangelo
C) Spring Fever
D) Green Caterpillar

Accepted Answer

The Michelangelo virus is a well-known time bomb virus that activates on March 6, the birthday of famous artist Michelangelo. It destroys files on infected computers. The other options (da Vinci, Spring Fever, and Green Caterpillar) are not known time bomb viruses.

Question 19

All of the following are true concerning viruses like those described in the accompanying figure EXCEPT ____.
A) viruses are potentially damaging computer programs
B) a virus is a segment of a program
C) many viruses are generated by chance
D) damage caused by a virus is called the virus payload

Accepted Answer

The answer of  All of the following are true...

Question 20

Any item that you must carry to gain access to a computer or computer facility is called a(n) ____.
A) proxy object
B) possessed object
C) access object
D) smart object

Accepted Answer

A possessed object, such as a keycard or security token, is a physical item that an individual must possess in order to gain access to a computer or computer facility.

Quiz 8: Security Issues, Ethics, and Emerging Technologies in Education

A security system consisting of hardware and/or software that prevents unauthorized access to data and information on a network is called a(n) ____.

The most common type of software theft is ____.

A ____ virus hides within or is designed to look like a legitimate program.

A ____ virus replaces the program that is used to start the computer system with a modified, infected version of the startup program.

A ____ is a program that is activated when a certain condition is detected.

A(n) ____ disc is normally a CD that contains an uninfected copy of key operating system commands and startup information that enables the computer to restart correctly; this kind of disc may be required in some circumstances by the program in the accompanying figure.

A ____ virus inserts virus code into program files.

An antipiracy technology designed to verify that software products have been legitimately licensed by licenses like the one in the accompanying figure is called ____.

____ is the use of a computer system without permission.

A ____ virus hides virus code within an application such as a word processing or spreadsheet document.

____ is the use of a computer or data for unapproved or possibly illegal activities.

Antivirus programs like the one in the accompanying figure also are called ____.

A computer security risk is defined as any event or action that could cause loss of, or damage to, ____.

A ____ is a program that is activated on a specific date.

In addition to detecting viruses and inoculating against them, antivirus programs like the one in the accompanying figure can ____.

Software licenses like the one in the accompanying figure are agreements that ____.

All of the following are tips for creating passwords EXCEPT ____.

A well-known time bomb virus is the ____ virus, which destroys files on March 6.

All of the following are true concerning viruses like those described in the accompanying figure EXCEPT ____.

Any item that you must carry to gain access to a computer or computer facility is called a(n) ____.