Computer Security Fundamentals
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Computer Security Fundamentals

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What is the origin of security threats?

  • From the internet only
  • Both from inside and outside of an organization (correct)
  • Only from outside of an organization
  • Only from inside of an organization
  • What is the primary purpose of a security plan?

  • To protect both data and physical equipment (correct)
  • To install operating systems and applications
  • To protect data only
  • To protect physical equipment only
  • What is the main difference between a virus and a worm?

  • Both viruses and worms are types of malware (correct)
  • A virus is a type of worm
  • A worm is a type of virus
  • Viruses attack data, while worms attack physical equipment
  • Why is it important to keep operating systems and applications up to date?

    <p>To protect against security threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of preventive maintenance?

    <p>To prevent data loss or damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computer Security

    • Computer security is crucial to protect computer equipment, networks, and data from various threats.
    • Threats can originate from both internal and external sources within an organization.
    • Common security threats include viruses and worms that attack data.
    • A security plan is essential to safeguard both data and physical equipment from loss or damage.
    • Regularly updating operating systems and applications with patches and service packs is vital to maintain security.

    Preventive Maintenance

    • Regular maintenance is necessary to prevent security breaches and protect equipment.
    • Procedures and preventive measures should be in place to ensure data and physical security.

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    Learn about the importance of computer security, threats, procedures, and preventive measures to keep equipment, networks, and data safe. Understand common security threats, viruses, worms, and security planning.

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