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Hardware and Software Protection

True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

A Trojan often masquerades as a real computer program, but releases a virus into a system that compromises the security of your computer system.
 

 2. 

Worms require a host file to replicate.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 3. 

This device helps to “clean up” power in situations where older lines or unstable power cause a lot of surges and browns.
a.
line conditioner
c.
Uninterruptible Power supply
b.
surge supressor
d.
Virus protection
 

 4. 

This device will protect your computer in the event of a power failure.
a.
line conditioner
c.
Uninterruptible Power supply
b.
surge supressor
d.
Virus protection
 

 5. 

Install this device between the power outlet and your computer to absorb extra power and prevent it from damaging sensitive components.
a.
line conditioner
c.
Uninterruptible Power supply
b.
surge supressor
d.
Virus protection
 

 6. 

Which of the following is a benefit of a UPS?
a.
Can shut down the computer even if you’re not around during the power failure
d.
Can provide a constant even flow of power even with poor power lines
b.
Keeps computer running for up to an hour (or more) when the power fails
e.
Any of these
c.
Can absorb power surges
 

Completion
Complete each sentence or statement.
 

 7. 

A computer ____ is a piece of software that can wreak havoc on a computer system by attaching itself to other files in order to gain entry to the computer system.
 

 

 8. 

_______ is a term for code that monitors a user’s actions online and reports back to a specific website.
 

 

 9. 

_________ can cause the user to experience annoying popups and advertisements. It will often work in conjunction with spyware to focus advertisements based on user profiles.
 

 

 10. 

hwswprotection_files/i0130000.jpg can be an example of _____________
 

 



 
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