Exam 5: Data Security

____ spikes can damage sensitive computer parts.

Kyle is training a new employee named Mira on how to set up measures to protect the computers and systems in their company. Kyle tells his co-worker Mira that to avoid malware, she should avoid all of the following EXCEPT ____.

Spam is email generated by marketing firms using e-mail addresses from mailing lists, membership applications, and Web sites.

____ are rules that limit access to directories and files.

Jordanna recently lost a lot of data when a virus attacked her computer system. She is coming up with a backup plan to minimize future data loss. Jordanna uses her Windows installation CD as a ____, because it contains the operating system files needed to boot her computer without accessing the hard drive.

A(n) ____ is a computer that carries out instructions without the knowledge of the computer owner.

A(n) ____________________ spreads when a person distributes an infected file.

Technology like the kind shown in the accompanying figure is an example of a ____________________ identification system.

A recovery disk contains a complete copy of your computer's hard drive, including your data files and software you installed.

In Safe Mode, you can use all of the following EXCEPT ____.

All of the following are good tips for creating secure passwords EXCEPT ____.

A virus spreads by itself from one computer to another.

What are five tips for preventing computer theft?

All of the following are other terms for user IDs EXCEPT ____.

The item in the accompanying figure is used to protect your computer from ____.

Hackers can spread worms over file-sharing networks and instant messaging links.

STOP is ____.

A(n) ____________________ probe is the use of automated software to locate computers that are vulnerable to unauthorized access.

A(n) ____ contains your computer settings and is used if you experience a hard drive problem.