Improving Network Security

Question 1

Why is network security important? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Network security allows organizations to continue to function.; Network security keeps intruders out of the network.; Network security prevents personal information from getting into the wrong hands.

Question 2

Select the correct description of adware.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

advertisements used in programs

Question 3

Which of the following statements best describes network security?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Network security protects individuals’ privacy.

Question 4

Which of the following are security dangers to using the Internet at work? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

There is greater potential for data loss.; Security breaches can occur.; Viruses can get into the network.

Question 5

A white hat✔ black hatred hatgray hat is a hacker who criminally breaches the security of a computer or network.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ black hat

Question 6

Which of the following statements describes spyware?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It tracks users’ behavior online.

Question 7

Which of the following statements describes antivirus software?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It identifies and removes viruses in computers.

Question 8

Which of the following statements describes patches?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They solve problems with software or security.

Question 9

Which of the following statements describe network backups? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Network backups help secure networks against failure.; Network backups are usually done nightly.

Question 10

Which of the following statements describe cookies? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

They can be removed from a computer.; They are mostly harmless and useful.

Improving Network Security Answers

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