20 Questions
Which field of computer science involves studying the means for secure communication and preventing security vulnerabilities?
Cryptography and computer security
What is central to computer science?
Algorithms and data structures
Which field of computer science concerns the management of repositories of data?
Database theory
What do theoretical disciplines in computer science include?
The theory of computation
What is closely related to computer programming?
Computer science
Which term refers to the protection of computer systems and networks from attack by malicious actors?
Cybersecurity
What are some potential consequences of a computer system or network being attacked?
All of the above
Why is cybersecurity a significant challenge in the contemporary world?
All of the above
Which types of devices contribute to the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT)?
Smartphones and televisions
In what types of systems is security of especially high importance?
All of the above
Which term refers to the protection of computer systems and networks from attack by malicious actors?
Cybersecurity
What are some potential consequences of a computer system or network being attacked?
All of the above
Why is cybersecurity a significant challenge in the contemporary world?
All of the above
What is closely related to computer programming?
Cybersecurity
In what types of systems is security of especially high importance?
Power distribution systems
Which term is used to describe the protection of computer systems and networks from attack by malicious actors?
Cybersecurity
What are some potential consequences of a computer system or network being attacked?
All of the above
Why is cybersecurity a significant challenge in the contemporary world?
All of the above
In what types of systems is security of especially high importance?
All of the above
What contributes to the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT)?
Smartphones
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