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What is the primary function of a router?
What is the primary function of a router?
Which measure is NOT listed as a way to prevent unauthorized access?
Which measure is NOT listed as a way to prevent unauthorized access?
What is spoofing?
What is spoofing?
What is a set of instructions that allow users to bypass security controls called?
What is a set of instructions that allow users to bypass security controls called?
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What defines who can access a computer and what actions they can take?
What defines who can access a computer and what actions they can take?
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Which device processes and transfers data based on the concept of a destination IP address?
Which device processes and transfers data based on the concept of a destination IP address?
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What is a back door in computer security?
What is a back door in computer security?
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What is a botnet?
What is a botnet?
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What type of device is simply a group of computers connected to a network?
What type of device is simply a group of computers connected to a network?
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What is the primary effect of a Denial of Service attack?
What is the primary effect of a Denial of Service attack?
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What is the primary function of a router?
What is the primary function of a router?
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Which device connects all devices within a network?
Which device connects all devices within a network?
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What is the purpose of a firewall?
What is the purpose of a firewall?
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Which security measure is used to monitor and identify unauthorized access?
Which security measure is used to monitor and identify unauthorized access?
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What is spoofing?
What is spoofing?
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Study Notes
Network Devices
- A Router processes and forwards data packets based on the concept of a destination IP address.
- A Switch connects multiple devices to a network, increasing the speed of data transmission.
- A Hub connects all devices to a network, but is considered a compromised computer.
Security Threats
- A Denial of Service (DoS) Attack disrupts computer access to internet services.
- A Back Door is a set of instructions that allow users to bypass security controls.
- Spoofing is a technique intruders use to make their network or internet transmission appear legitimate.
- A Botnet is a group of compromised computers connected to a network.
Security Measures
- Firewall is a hardware or software that protects a network's resources from intrusion.
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Measures to prevent unauthorized access include:
- Acceptable use policy
- Disabling file and printer sharing
- Firewalls
- Intrusion detection software
Access Control
- Access Control defines who can access a computer and what actions they can take.
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Learn about the basics of computer networking, including the differences between routers, switches, and hubs, and common security threats.