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What is the role of encryption in cybersecurity?
What is the role of encryption in cybersecurity?
Which type of malware specifically encrypts a user's files and demands payment for the decryption key?
Which type of malware specifically encrypts a user's files and demands payment for the decryption key?
What does the acronym 'SaaS' refer to in the context of cloud computing?
What does the acronym 'SaaS' refer to in the context of cloud computing?
Which characteristic does NOT represent the nature of cloud computing?
Which characteristic does NOT represent the nature of cloud computing?
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What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)?
What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)?
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Which feature in MS Word allows you to create a set of documents that have the same layout but different content?
Which feature in MS Word allows you to create a set of documents that have the same layout but different content?
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In Excel, what does the function =VLOOKUP(A2, B2, 2, FALSE) do?
In Excel, what does the function =VLOOKUP(A2, B2, 2, FALSE) do?
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Which key combination is used to insert a new slide in a PowerPoint presentation?
Which key combination is used to insert a new slide in a PowerPoint presentation?
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What does the 'Out of Office' feature do in MS Outlook?
What does the 'Out of Office' feature do in MS Outlook?
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What is the default file extension for an Excel 2016 workbook?
What is the default file extension for an Excel 2016 workbook?
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What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?
What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?
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Which protocol is commonly used for secure communication over a network?
Which protocol is commonly used for secure communication over a network?
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What does the term 'zero-day exploit' refer to?
What does the term 'zero-day exploit' refer to?
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Study Notes
Microsoft Office Suite
- Mail Merge allows for creating documents with the same layout but different content, useful for mass production.
- Templates are pre-designed documents that establish a specific layout.
- Excel's VLOOKUP() function searches for a value in the first column of a range and returns a corresponding value from another column.
- CTRL + M is the keyboard shortcut to insert a new slide in PowerPoint.
- Outlook’s “Out of Office” feature automatically replies to incoming emails while the user is away.
- .xlsx is the default file extension for Excel 2016 workbooks.
- AutoCorrect automatically corrects common typing mistakes as you type in Word.
Networking Concepts
- DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) assigns IP addresses to devices on a network.
- Routers connect different networks together.
- The Session Layer of the OSI model establishes, manages, and terminates network connections.
- The ping command checks if a device is reachable on a network.
- Star topology in networking has a central hub that all other nodes connect to.
- HTTPS is a secure protocol commonly used for communication on the internet.
- Firewalls block unauthorized access to a network.
Cybersecurity
- Phishing is a social engineering attack, often using emails, pretending to be legitimate entities.
- Zero-day exploits are security vulnerabilities unknown to the software vendor.
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a highly effective method of preventing unauthorized account access.
- Encryption hides data from unauthorized users, ensuring confidentiality.
- Ransomware encrypts a user’s files and demands payment to decrypt them.
Cloud Computing
- Cloud computing offers reduced need for physical storage, increased scalability, and flexible pricing
- SaaS (Software as a Service) delivers software applications over the internet.
- IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) provides virtualized computing resources like servers and storage over the internet.
- Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) creates an isolated section of a cloud for security and control.
- Private Cloud is a cloud deployment model used exclusively by a single organization.
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Test your knowledge on essential Microsoft Office features including Mail Merge, VLOOKUP, and more. Additionally, explore key networking concepts such as DHCP and the OSI model. This quiz is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of productivity software and networking fundamentals.
