Technology

1 Each device with a NIC contains a unique identifier, known as a(n) ___ address, which distinguishes it from any other network-connected device in the world. 1 / 1 MAC 2 Social engineering is a form of hacking that has a social or political agenda behind it. 1 / 1 false 3 ___ involves luring individuals into entering personal information into a website controlled by the hacker. 1 / 1 Phishin g 4 The wireless access points that are used in homes contain integrated routers, as do the devices that ISPs typically provide for Internet connectivity. 1 / 1 true 5 In the field known as ___, experts use modeling software and statistics to extract knowledge from large volumes of data. 1 / 1 data analytic s 6 Any step you take to ward off a threat is called a: 1 / 1 counter measur e 7 ___ is a type of malware which is designed to report activity on your computer to another party. 1 / 1 Spywar e 8 Most network installations use a(n) ___ star topology with twisted-pair cables that plug into the RJ45 port located on many devices. 1 / 1 Ethernet 9 The scam known as ___ typically comes in form of an alert message that claims to be from the FBI or your security software. 1 / 1 scarewa re 1 0 For modern networks, ___ is measured in either megabits per second (Mbps) or gigabits per second (Gbps). 1 / 1 bandwid th 1 1 Wireless ___ networks, where nodes connect directly to each other, may be used in large homes or businesses to easily cover the entire area. 0 / 1 bridge 1 2 We use the term ___ to refer to large volumes of data that are constantly being generated by our devices and digital transactions. 1 / 1 Big data 1 3 Today, a ___ generally refers to an individual who uses a computer and/or network to commit a variety of crimes. 1 / 1 hacker 1 4 ___, which are large networks of compromised computers, can be used by a hacker to spread malware, send spam, and conduct carefully orchestrated network attacks. 1 / 1 Botnets 1 5 Very few countermeasures are as effective as ___, which can help you recover data that was lost to almost any type of threat. 1 / 1 backups 1 6 When the power fails completely, the battery in a(n) ___ contains enough power to run a computer system for a given amount of time. 1 / 1 UPS 1 7 A ___ is a program that disguises itself as an interesting, useful, or desirable program in order to gain access to your system. 1 / 1 Trojan horse 1 8 Data moves through networks in structures known as ___, which are pieces of a message broken down into small units by the sending device and reassembled by the receiving device. 1 / 1 packets 1 9 Dust can clog cooling systems such as fans, which in turn may cause hardware to overheat. 1 / 1 true 2 0 A ___ is a type of malware that is attached to a host file and has the ability to replicate, or copy, itself. 1 / 1 virus 2 1 A wireless ___ is the device that all nodes connect to in order communicate wirelessly. 1 / 1 access point 2 2 A ___ is an inexpensive product that guards connected equipment against large power spikes or surges that may infrequently occur. 1 / 1 surge protecto r 2 3 Which of the following is NOT one of the specifications of Wi-Fi technology? 1 / 1 802.11x 2 4 Because it increases the security of a network connection, a ___ is often required for users who wish to access a company's private network over an Internet connection. 1 / 1 VPN 2 5 If a company had its corporate headquarters in one city but its manufacturing plant in another, it would likely set up a(n) ___ to connect the systems in these two locations. 1 / 1 WAN 2 6 ___ passwords are long and generally use a mix of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and at least one symbol such as a dash or period. 1 / 1 Strong 2 7 Which of the following is NOT one of the three general strategies that are used to authenticate individuals? 1 / 1 Who you know 2 8 A ___ cable consists of a thin strand of glass that transmits pulsating beams of light rather than electric current. 1 / 1 fiber-opt ic 2 9 ___ is a feature that requires two forms of identification, such as a password and possession of your phone, to log into an account. 1 / 1 Two-fact or authenti cation 3 0 A ___ is a fully-contained program that self-replicates and spreads through computers and networks. 0 / 1 virus 3 1 Many thieves use the temptation of free (illegal) software to lure individuals into downloading malware on file-sharing services. 1 / 1 true 3 2 A ___ provides multiple ports for connecting nodes and is aware of the exact address or identity of all the nodes attached to it. 0 / 1 hub 3 3 A ___ attack allows hackers to shut down or block access to websites and other network resources by overwhelming them with requests. 1 / 1 DDoS 3 4 When it comes to the best possible security for your wireless router, be sure to use WEP encryption to ensure that your transmissions are unreadable by hackers. 1 / 1 false