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1

Your browser creates a __________ file that includes information on sites that you visited on the Web.
A)cookie
B)damage
C)illusion
D)history
2

The illusion of anonymity on the Internet is related to __________
A)catching virus infections across the Net
B)maintaining individual privacy on the Net
C)preventing others from reading your hard drive
D)using an anonymous FTP site to download software
3

Unauthorized copying of software to be used for personal gain instead of for personal backups is called
A)program thievery
B)data snatching
C)software piracy
D)program looting
4

The device that separates the computer or peripherals from the power source containing a circuit breaker to protect from voltage spikes is called a
A)spike breaker
B)surge protector
C)firewall
D)voltage dampener
5

Two types of security are
A)physical and data
B)physical and emotional
C)breaks and walls
D)emotional and breaks
6

One of the best ways for an individual to guard programs and data is to store disks properly and to __________
A)avoid extreme conditions, such as direct sun, rain, cigarette smoke, or food and drink
B)encrypting and restrict information frequently
C)make backup copies frequently
D)store all programs and data in remote locations
7

Monitoring workers electronically can result in
A)higher productivity
B)EMF damages
C)lower productivity
D)decreased boredom and anxiety
8

The most significant concerns for people who utilize computer technology are privacy, security, environment and
A)ergonomics
B)economics
C)ethics
D)anonymity
9

A form of a repetitive strain injury common to heavy computer users that consists of damage to nerves and tendons in the hands is
A)pulled arm muscles
B)arthritis
C)carpal tunnel syndrome
D)computer elbow
10

The accuracy of data is a technical issue, not an ethical issue.
A)True
B)False
11

Your supervisor has the legal right to monitor your e-mail messages at work.
A)True
B)False
12

The Code of Fair Information Practice is a law that governs privacy concerns.
A)True
B)False
13

Employees are the most common class of computer criminals.
A)True
B)False
14

Computer security deals with protecting the computer and data from damage either from people or natural causes.
A)True
B)False
15

Standards of moral conduct can be defined as
A)laws
B)legal systems
C)ethics
D)legislative





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