Exam 10: Computer Security and Risks

________-control software monitors and records computer transactions as they happen,so they can be traced and identify suspicious computer activity after the fact.

A virus that is programmed to destroy PC files on a specific date is known as what kind of virus?

An encryption ________ is the secret numerical code a user will utilize to encrypt a message.

What is the name of an application program that gathers user information and sends it to someone through the Internet?

The typical computer criminal is a(n)

An account that has additional access privileges is known as a system ________ account.

Placing a phone call pretending to be someone else,in order to trick someone into doing something is also known as

Match the Act on the left to the appropriate explanation on the right. -Communications Decency Act

The NSA has invested heavily in ________,a program to secure electronic communication from eavesdroppers while enabling the U.S.government to intercept CE signals.

In 2000 the U.S.government found Microsoft guilty of operating a monopoly.

Match the Act on the left to the appropriate explanation on the right. -USA Patriot Act

The name for harassment on the Internet is

Security procedures eliminate all risks to computers.

According to the FBI,how much identity theft begins with email?

Match the Act on the left to the appropriate explanation on the right. -Computer Fraud and Abuse Act

A programmed attack that destroys data files if a programmer is ever terminated is an example of what kind of Trojan horse?

What is a complex system that takes on nearly complete responsibility for a task eliminating the need for human input,verification,or decision making?

Creating strong computer security to prevent computer crime usually simultaneously helps protect privacy rights.

A(n)________ can shield electronic equipment from power spikes.

Theft of computers is most common for desktop computers.