Understanding AntiVirus Software Functions

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What is the primary function of antivirus software?

To scan for and remove any malicious code or malware (correct)
To automatically update the software on your device
To enable scheduled backups of your important files and data
To provide a detailed health report on your device's performance

Which of the following is NOT a common feature of antivirus software?

Backing up user data and files (correct)
Providing real-time protection against threats
Allowing on-demand scans of specific files or the entire system
Ability to schedule automatic scans

Why is it important to keep your antivirus software up-to-date?

To reduce the amount of system resources used by the software
To ensure compatibility with the latest hardware
To defend against the latest threats and malware (correct)
To provide better performance and faster scanning speeds

Which of the following is a common way for malware to infect a device?

By sending malicious code through email attachments or downloads (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'health' report provided by antivirus software?

To display the current level of protection against threats (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common benefit of using antivirus software?

Protection of personal files and data from malware-related damage (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a capability of modern antivirus solutions?

Providing encryption services for online banking (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Webroot's antivirus software differ from traditional antivirus programs?

It stores malware definitions in the cloud and scans files remotely (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for paying for antivirus software instead of relying on free solutions?

Free solutions are often limited in features and protection (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of storing malware definitions in the cloud, according to the text?

Both A and B (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about online data security?

People expect online data to remain secure without any effort or cost (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of antivirus software, as mentioned in the text?

To protect against various cyber threats, such as viruses and malware (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of antivirus software?

To prevent, detect, and remove malicious software (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep antivirus software up-to-date?

To detect and protect against newly created malware threats (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of shutting down a computer or allowing it to run out of battery during an update process?

Corruption of the operating system, often requiring reformatting (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of malicious software that antivirus programs aim to detect and remove?

Firewalls (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if you are experiencing issues updating your computer?

Consult Microsoft's Windows update troubleshooting guide (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the importance of antivirus software for remote workers?

Remote workers are specifically targeted by hackers, increasing the need for antivirus protection (B) Signup and view all the answers