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Mastering Cybersecurity Certifications

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Which organization aims to provide the nation with tools and resources for cybersecurity training and education?

Cybersecurity Certifications
CISA
Education and Training Catalog
NICCS (correct)

What is the purpose of cybersecurity certifications?

To increase awareness of valuable tools and resources
To determine the right certification for you
To ensure appropriate training and education in the cybersecurity field (correct)
To highlight skill gaps in the cybersecurity workforce

What does NICCS encourage individuals to do?

Investigate the certifications below (correct)
Visit the Education and Training Catalog
Determine the right certification for you
Increase future career opportunities

Where can you find a cybersecurity training provider?

Education and Training Catalog (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the vision of NICCS?

To provide the nation with tools and resources for cybersecurity training and education (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about computer viruses?

Most computer viruses cause damage to the system and its data. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a boot sector virus?

To render the computer unusable by damaging or controlling the boot sector on the drive. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do attackers usually spread boot sector viruses?

Through malicious USB devices. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of packaging a virus with other malware?

To increase the chance of infection and damage. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many main categories of computer viruses are mentioned in the text?

Nine (A) Signup and view all the answers

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