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It is illegal for employers to monitor their employees' use of technology.
It is illegal for employers to monitor their employees' use of technology.
False (B)
What is employee monitoring primarily used for?
What is employee monitoring primarily used for?
- Increasing vacation time
- Promoting team bonding
- Encouraging creativity
- Observing and recording employee technology use (correct)
What is content filtering?
What is content filtering?
The process of restricting access to certain material.
Web filtering software restricts access to specified ______.
Web filtering software restricts access to specified ______.
Which of the following is a common digital security risk?
Which of the following is a common digital security risk?
Content filtering is not utilized by businesses to monitor employee internet use.
Content filtering is not utilized by businesses to monitor employee internet use.
Name an ethical issue related to information privacy.
Name an ethical issue related to information privacy.
Match the following security risks with their descriptions:
Match the following security risks with their descriptions:
What does information privacy allow individuals and companies to do?
What does information privacy allow individuals and companies to do?
Websites do not collect any data about users.
Websites do not collect any data about users.
What is a cookie in the context of information privacy?
What is a cookie in the context of information privacy?
Employers may monitor your ______ usage and email messages.
Employers may monitor your ______ usage and email messages.
Match the following actions with the corresponding information privacy implications:
Match the following actions with the corresponding information privacy implications:
Which of the following is NOT a reason websites use cookies?
Which of the following is NOT a reason websites use cookies?
Only companies have a right to restrict the use of their information.
Only companies have a right to restrict the use of their information.
Name one way information about you can be stored in a database.
Name one way information about you can be stored in a database.
What is the purpose of creating a backup?
What is the purpose of creating a backup?
Off-site backups can only be stored on the same device.
Off-site backups can only be stored on the same device.
Name one type of backup category.
Name one type of backup category.
A backup should be made to ensure data is ______ if the original is lost.
A backup should be made to ensure data is ______ if the original is lost.
Which of the following is NOT a category of backups?
Which of the following is NOT a category of backups?
Match the backup types with their characteristics:
Match the backup types with their characteristics:
Cloud storage is a form of off-site backup.
Cloud storage is a form of off-site backup.
What are the potential security risks posed by wireless access?
What are the potential security risks posed by wireless access?
What is unauthorized access?
What is unauthorized access?
Unauthorized use refers to using a computer for legal activities.
Unauthorized use refers to using a computer for legal activities.
What measures do organizations take to prevent unauthorized access?
What measures do organizations take to prevent unauthorized access?
Access controls define who can access a computer, device, or network, when they can access it, and what actions they can take while accessing it, which includes the use of a _____ and _____ for security.
Access controls define who can access a computer, device, or network, when they can access it, and what actions they can take while accessing it, which includes the use of a _____ and _____ for security.
Match the terms related to unauthorized access and use:
Match the terms related to unauthorized access and use:
Which of the following is NOT a use of digital forensics?
Which of the following is NOT a use of digital forensics?
Software theft only involves the physical stealing of software media.
Software theft only involves the physical stealing of software media.
What is the purpose of the software product's identification number during activation?
What is the purpose of the software product's identification number during activation?
A ___ agreement grants the user the right to use software.
A ___ agreement grants the user the right to use software.
Match the actions related to software theft to their descriptions:
Match the actions related to software theft to their descriptions:
What process do manufacturers typically incorporate to prevent unauthorized software installations?
What process do manufacturers typically incorporate to prevent unauthorized software installations?
Digital forensics is exclusively used for criminal investigations.
Digital forensics is exclusively used for criminal investigations.
Name two areas that utilize digital forensics.
Name two areas that utilize digital forensics.
Flashcards
Information Privacy
Information Privacy
The right to control how personal information is collected, used, and shared.
Data Collection
Data Collection
Gathering information from users, like filling forms or online profiles.
Cookies
Cookies
Small text files websites store to track users, remember logins and for targeted ads.
Employee Monitoring
Employee Monitoring
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Content Filtering
Content Filtering
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Unauthorized Access
Unauthorized Access
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Unauthorized Use
Unauthorized Use
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Acceptable Use Policies
Acceptable Use Policies
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Access Controls
Access Controls
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Audit Trail
Audit Trail
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Digital Forensics
Digital Forensics
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Software Theft
Software Theft
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License Agreement
License Agreement
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Digital Security Risks
Digital Security Risks
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Backup
Backup
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Full Backup
Full Backup
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Differential Backup
Differential Backup
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Incremental Backup
Incremental Backup
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Selective Backup
Selective Backup
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Continuous Data Protection
Continuous Data Protection
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Cloud Storage
Cloud Storage
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Three-Generation Backup Policy
Three-Generation Backup Policy
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Wireless Access Points (WAPs)
Wireless Access Points (WAPs)
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Off-site Backups
Off-site Backups
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Study Notes
Information Privacy
- Information privacy is the right for individuals and companies to control the collection, use, and dissemination of personal information.
- Databases store vast amounts of online data.
- Websites collect user data for ad personalization and personalized emails.
- Employers may monitor employee computer usage and email communications.
Data Collection
- Data is collected when individuals fill out forms, create online profiles, or register product warranties.
- Cookies are small text files stored on a user's computer by websites to store user names, passwords, track user activity, and target advertisements.
Employee Monitoring
- Employee monitoring involves using computers, mobile devices, or cameras to observe, record, and review employee technology usage, including communications, keyboard activity, and websites visited.
- Employer monitoring software is readily available and legal for employers to use.
Content Filtering
- Content filtering restricts access to certain material.
- Businesses often use content filtering.
- Web filtering software blocks access to specific websites.
Unauthorized Access and Use
- Unauthorized access is using a computer or network without permission.
- Unauthorized use involves using a computer or its data for unapproved or potentially illegal activities.
- Organizations help prevent unauthorized access and use with acceptable use policies and disabled file and printer sharing.
Access Controls
- Access controls determine who can access a computer, device, or network, when they can access it, and what actions they can take while accessing it.
- A record of successful and unsuccessful access attempts is maintained as an audit trail. This trail includes user name and password.
Digital Forensics
- Digital forensics involves discovering, collecting, and analyzing evidence found on computers and networks.
- Digital forensics is used in various areas like law enforcement, criminal prosecution, military intelligence, insurance agencies, and information security departments.
Software Theft
- Software theft involves stealing software media, illegally registering and activating software, intentionally erasing programs, and illegally copying software.
- Software manufacturers use activation processes to ensure software is not installed on more computers than legally licensed.
- Activation processes require users to provide the software product’s identification number to associate the software with a computer or mobile device.
- A license agreement grants the right to use software.
Digital Security Risks
- Online security risks include cybercrime, cybercriminals, unauthorized access and use, software theft, information theft, hardware theft, vandalism, and system failures.
- These risks can be mitigated through a variety of backup strategies and methods for securing wireless communications.
Backing Up - The Ultimate Safeguard
- A backup is a duplicate copy of a file, program, or media used if the original is lost, damaged, or destroyed.
- Off-site backups are stored in a location separate from the computer or mobile device.
Types of Backups
- Full Backup: A complete copy of all selected data.
- Differential Backup: Copies all changes made since the last full backup.
- Incremental Backup: Copies only the changes made since the last backup, either full or incremental.
- Selective Backup: Allows users to select specific files or folders to back up.
- Continuous Data Protection: Continuously monitors changes and automatically backs up any changes.
- Cloud Storage: Stores backups on remote servers accessible through the internet.
Three-Generation Backup Policy
- Uses a hierarchy of backups with three levels: Grandparent (oldest), Parent (middle), and Child (newest).
- This policy allows for data restoration from multiple points in time.
Wireless Security
- Wireless access points (WAPs) pose additional security risks as perpetrators can connect to others' networks for free internet access or confidential data.
- Some perpetrators connect through unsecured WAPs or combination router/WAPs.
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This quiz explores essential concepts related to information privacy, data collection methods, and employee monitoring. It covers how personal information is managed and the implications of data collection practices. Test your knowledge on these important topics in today's digital world.
