Cybersecurity Fundamentals Course Objectives
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What is the primary focus of cybersecurity?

  • Analyzing computing systems impact on society
  • Exploring cybersecurity domains
  • Describing the principles of cybersecurity
  • Preserving security properties (correct)

    • Which of the following is considered a type of cyberattack?

  • Data backup
  • Phishing (correct)
  • Software update
  • Data encryption

    • What is a common impact of recent cyberattacks?

  • Financial losses and data breaches (correct)
  • Increased data security
  • Decreased reliance on technology
  • Improved public trust in online services

    • Which of the following is an example of computer malware?

    <p>Spyware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does security architecture in cybersecurity refer to?

    <p>Designing secure systems and networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can individuals improve the security of their computers?

    <p>Using strong, unique passwords</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol operates at the network OSI layer?

    <p>TCP/SPX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the major elements used to form a modern computer network?

    <p>Switches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are networks classified based on their connecting media?

    <p>By their coverage area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of network covers a larger geographical area?

    <p>WAN</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key function of DNS (Domain Name System) in computer networks?

    <p>Resolving domain names to IP addresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protocol is commonly used for transferring files between a client and a server?

    <p>FTP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major software components of a computer according to the text?

    <p>Operating System, Drivers, Application Software, Utility Software, Firmware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is referred to as code that is developed and installed to perform some future machines?

    <p>Firmware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the storage components mentioned in the text?

    <p>Hard disk drive (HDD), Flash disk drive (FDD), Optical disk drive (ODD), Magnetic tapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of a computer can be accessed and managed easily?

    <p>Storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is impacted heavily by the fast growth of computer technology according to the text?

    <p>Business processes and other technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of software is described as making all hardware components of a computer functional according to the text?

    <p>Operating System software</p> Signup and view all the answers

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