Cyber Security Module 1: Introduction
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Who coined the term 'Cyberspace'?

  • Tim Berners-Lee
  • Bill Gates
  • William Gibson (correct)
  • Steve Jobs

What is the primary purpose of creating cyberspace?

  • To develop virtual reality games
  • To control computer networks
  • To conduct financial transactions
  • To share information and communicate globally (correct)

What does cyberspace mainly refer to?

  • Physical computer hardware
  • Virtual network for online communications (correct)
  • Social media platforms
  • Virtual reality devices

What is the term used for the infrastructure for data transfer and governance on the internet?

<p>Blockchain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a computer is responsible for processing and storing data?

<p>Central processing unit (CPU) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the environment in which communication over computer networks occurs?

<p>Cyberspace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What security measures are commonly used to protect computers from threats like viruses and malware?

<p>Antivirus software, firewalls, and encryption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an operating system in a computer?

<p>To manage hardware resources and provide a user interface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Internet society' refer to?

<p>An organization promoting internet safety (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of web servers?

<p>Store and deliver web content to users' browsers upon request (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technology enables computers to connect to each other and the internet?

<p>TCP or IP protocol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the World Wide Web commonly referred to as?

<p>(WWW) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization establishes web standards to ensure compatibility and accessibility across different devices and browsers?

<p>World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Moore's Law, what does it predict about the processing power of computers?

<p>Doubles approximately every two years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of computer security measures such as SSL/TLS encryption and secure authentication?

<p>To ensure web security and protect data and user privacy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microso昀琀 Edge?

<p>To allow users to access and interact with web content (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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