Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 19)
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of the internet?
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What is the basic principle behind blockchain technology?
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Decentralized and tamper-proof data storage
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What does 'spam' refer to?
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Unwanted or unsolicited electronic messages.
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Which of the following is a key indicator of a phishing attempt?
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A request for personal information.
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What type of attack is designed to steal sensitive information by disguising itself as a trustworthy entity?
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What are some of the risks of poor cyber security?
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What is 'shoulder surfing'?
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Looking over someone's shoulder to see their screen.
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What is 'wardriving' used for?
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To identify vulnerable wireless networks.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
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What is 'social engineering' in the context of cybersecurity?
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Manipulating people into divulging confidential information.
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What is the primary goal of identity theft?
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To obtain a person's personal information for financial gain.
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What is the primary goal of identity theft?
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To steal someone's personal information for malicious purposes.
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What are some of the common ways of cyber security attacks?
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What are some of the benefits of blockchain technology?
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What is the purpose of a 'digital footprint'?
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To identify your online activity and presence.
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What is the primary function of a domain name server (DNS)?
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To translate domain names into IP addresses.
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What security measure does HTTPS provide that HTTP does not?
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Encryption of data transmitted between the browser and the server.
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Which of the following actions helps to protect your online accounts?
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Enabling two-factor authentication.
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What is a common characteristic of a strong password?
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Including a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
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What are some red flags to look out for in a phishing email?
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What is the role of a 'key' in encryption?
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To encrypt and decrypt data.
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What is a key advantage of using two-factor authentication (2FA)?
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It provides an additional layer of security beyond a password.
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What is the purpose of 'private browsing' mode?
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To prevent your browsing history and cookies from being saved.
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What is the primary function of DNS (Domain Name System)?
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To translate domain names into IP addresses.
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What are some examples of what can be used in authentication?
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What is the purpose of anti-spyware software?
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To detect and remove spyware
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What is the role of a DNS server?
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To translate domain names into IP addresses.
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What is the primary goal of data interception?
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To obtain confidential information
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Which security threats could you encounter when using a public Wi-Fi network?
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What is 'shoulder surfing'?
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Looking over someone's shoulder to steal their password.
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What are some red flags to look out for in emails?
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What is the purpose of a URL?
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To identify a specific web page.
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What is a common practice to protect your devices?
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Installing anti-virus software.
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What are some of the red flags that might indicate a user has been a victim of a phishing attack?
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Which of these is a good practice for online safety?
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Regularly review your privacy settings.
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What is the main purpose of anti-spyware software?
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To detect and remove spyware
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Which of the following are ways a company can prevent unauthorized access to their data?
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A security system that monitors and controls network traffic.
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Which type of malware spreads by attaching itself to other programs?
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What is the main risk of downloading software from untrusted sources?
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What is the key function of a web browser?
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To access and display web pages
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What are the characteristics of a strong password?
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What is the purpose of a digital signature?
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To verify the authenticity and integrity of a message.
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of malware?
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What is a common method of spreading viruses?
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Through email attachments
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What type of file is used to display content on a webpage?
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What are some common security threats that businesses might face?
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What is the main benefit of using a web browser's 'History' feature?
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To keep a record of websites visited for easy retrieval.
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What are the benefits of using two-factor authentication?
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What is a potential risk of using public Wi-Fi?
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Your data may be intercepted by others.
