Introduction to Cybersecurity
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What is the primary purpose of cybersecurity?

  • To maximize financial risk in transactions
  • To create digital systems and networks
  • To increase reliance on cyber threats
  • To ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data (correct)

Why is cybersecurity crucial in today's digital age?

  • To increase reliance on digital technology
  • To encourage unauthorized access to personal information
  • To promote cyber threats and disruptions
  • To prevent data breaches and identity theft (correct)

What does cybersecurity aim to protect from theft or unauthorized access?

  • Digital technology reliance
  • Financial risk in transactions
  • Cyber threats like malware and phishing attacks
  • Personal, financial, and business information (correct)

Which type of cyber threats can cybersecurity help prevent?

<p>Malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for safeguarding personal, financial, and business information?

<p>To maintain privacy and prevent identity theft (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum length for creating a strong password?

<p>12 characters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended when creating a strong password?

<p>Incorporating personal information like birthday or name (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use different passwords for different accounts?

<p>To safeguard other accounts if one password is compromised (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using passphrases for creating passwords?

<p>They provide a meaningful but not easily guessable combination of words (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a reputable password manager?

<p>To store multiple strong passwords in a secure manner (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?

<p>Discrepancies in access to the internet, computers, smartphones, and digital literacy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor contributing to the digital divide related to internet access?

<p>Geographical location and limited infrastructure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a significant barrier contributing to the digital divide?

<p>Inability to afford the cost of devices or internet services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which areas do disparities exist that contribute to the digital divide?

<p>Access to internet infrastructure like broadband connections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to limited access to technology in rural areas of developing countries?

<p>Limited investment in technology in such areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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