Computer Security Terminology Quiz
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What is the definition of malware?

  • Software designed to cause disruption, gain unauthorized access, or interfere with computer security and privacy (correct)
  • Software designed to encourage users to share limited versions
  • Software designed to enhance computer performance and security
  • Software designed to promote larger distribution and sales

    • Which of the following is an example of shareware?

  • WinZip (correct)
  • Google Chrome
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe Photoshop

    • What is shareware primarily aimed at?

  • Providing free and unlimited access to all users
  • Enhancing computer performance and security
  • Promoting larger distribution and sales
  • Encouraging users to pay for continued support of the software (correct)

    • What is the purpose of various types of shareware like adware and demoware?

    <p>To promote larger distribution and sales (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes malware from shareware?

    <p>Malware intentionally interferes with computer security and privacy, while shareware is commercial software distributed free to users eventually requiring payment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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