Understanding Computer Viruses Quiz

A rootkit is a type of malicious software that gains administrator access to a computer system.

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts the host system's files and demands payment for decryption.

Spyware is a type of malware that secretly gathers information about a user or organization.

<p>A worm is a type of malware that can replicate itself and spread to other computers over a network.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main goal of spyware is to gather information covertly from a user's system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ransomware typically demands a sum of money to be paid in order to regain access to the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A rootkit focuses on gaining administrator access to a system, unlike other malware that may have different goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A computer infected with ransomware may have its files encrypted and be held hostage until a ransom is paid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Computer users can prevent malware infections by installing and regularly updating antivirus software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Signs of a malware infection include slow performance, unexpected pop-ups, and unexplained data loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers