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What is authentication in the context of information security?
What is authentication in the context of information security?
- The process of encrypting data
- The protocol for transferring files
- The process of recognizing a user's identity (correct)
- The method of securing a network
Which of the following is a commonly used factor for authentication?
Which of the following is a commonly used factor for authentication?
- Something You See
- Something You Know (correct)
- Something You Hear
- Something You Feel
What is recommended to create a strong password?
What is recommended to create a strong password?
- Use only numbers
- Use only lower case letters
- Use short passwords
- Use a mixture of upper case, lower case, numbers, and special characters (correct)
Why are longer passwords recommended?
Why are longer passwords recommended?
What is an example of a strong password based on the text?
What is an example of a strong password based on the text?
What is the recommended minimum length for passwords according to security professionals?
What is the recommended minimum length for passwords according to security professionals?
Why is it common to hear professionals recommending longer passwords?
Why is it common to hear professionals recommending longer passwords?
What is the mechanism of associating an incoming request with a set of identifying credentials in authentication?
What is the mechanism of associating an incoming request with a set of identifying credentials in authentication?
How does the 'Something You Know' factor contribute to authentication?
How does the 'Something You Know' factor contribute to authentication?
Why is it important to use strong passwords in authentication processes?
Why is it important to use strong passwords in authentication processes?