Computer Security Basics

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What is a benefit of using antivirus software?

It protects against harmful software. (correct)

It improves internet connectivity.

It increases battery life of devices.

It enhances the speed of the computer.

How can physical strain be minimized while working at a desk?

By maintaining correct posture. (correct)

By reducing the height of the desk.

By taking frequent breaks to walk around.

By using a smaller chair.

Which of the following is a common misconception about antivirus software?

It provides total protection against all threats. (correct)

It only detects viruses, not other types of malware.

It's unnecessary for modern operating systems.

It can slow down your computer significantly.

Which factor does NOT contribute to reducing physical strain?

Positioning the monitor at eye level. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common effect of poor posture?

Increased risk of strain injuries. Signup and view all the answers

What is the default alignment of a paragraph created using the
tag?

Left aligned Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid alignment option for the
tag?

Diagonal Signup and view all the answers

How many types of alignments can be used with the
tag?

Four Signup and view all the answers

If a paragraph is set to 'justify' using the
tag, it will align text how?

Equally to both the left and right sides Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following alignment types is not a common default setting for text in web design?

Center Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the essential HTML tags used to create a table?

<table> Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute is commonly used to specify the width of a table cell?

width Signup and view all the answers

To define a row within a table in HTML, which tag should be used?

<tr> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tag in an HTML table?

To create a header cell Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following attributes is used to apply padding within table cells?

cellpadding Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of malware on a network?

Complete network breakdown Signup and view all the answers

What environmental factor can lead to physical damage to computers?

Temperature fluctuations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following threats can result from computer theft?

Identity theft Signup and view all the answers

How can malware enter a network?

By coming through the Internet Signup and view all the answers

What factor is NOT typically associated with computer damage?

Regular software updates Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a domain name on the World Wide Web?

To identify a person uniquely like a national identity number Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a national identity number relate to domain names?

Both serve to uniquely identify an entity Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the purpose of domain names?

Domain names help locate servers and retrieve content Signup and view all the answers

How can domain names enhance the user experience on the web?

By making website addresses more memorable Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a domain name from a national identity number?

Domain names are public while identity numbers are confidential Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Antivirus Software

Antivirus software protects against harmful software.

Posture and Physical Strain

Correct posture minimizes physical strain.

Paragraph Alignment

Paragraphs are left-aligned by default.
Paragraph alignment can be adjusted using the align attribute in the  tag.
Available alignment options include: "left", "right", "center", and "justify".

Website Identification

Each website on the World Wide Web has a unique identifier, similar to a national identity number.