Computer Safety and Ethics Part 1 Quiz

A firewall acts as a barrier between a trusted internal network and untrusted external networks, such as the ______

Hardware failures, accidental deletions, and malware attacks are additional sources of ______ loss

Using a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters in a password helps enhance ______

Two-step verification adds an extra layer of security beyond a traditional username and ______ login

Avoid using easily guessable information like names, birthdays, or common words when creating a ______

Parental control software enables parents to track their children’s computer activity and block access to ______

Filtering is used to block content coming into and going out to the ______

Malware refers to any software that is designed to cause damage to a single computer, server, or computer ______

A ______ is a program that has been written to corrupt data on a computer

Keyloggers are malicious software or hardware devices designed to record and capture ______ made on a computer or mobile device

Spyware is a type of malicious software designed to secretly gather information about a user's activities, typically without their ______ or consent

Using reputable antivirus and antispyware software, keeping software and operating systems up-to-date are ways of ______ and prevention

Remove sensitive data. Protect yourself from privacy on the computer's Internet and devices. Maintain a healthy computing environment. Explain why it is important to use computers legally and responsibly. What are some of the key benefits and advantages that computer technology brings to our lives, both personally and as a student?

Identify security risks and protect data. Restrict access to devices and protect against ______.

Computer security refers to the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, damage, theft, or ______.

Security Risk: any action that could harm data, information in computer hardware, software, or processing capability. Name the 3 types of risks: 1. Natural Risks, 2. Accidental Risks, 3. ______ Risks.

Examples of Accidental Risks include human errors, hardware failures, and software ______.

Avoiding Data Loss: Risks of Data Loss include power outages and ______.