Security Aspects

Class 12 · Computer Science · 18 Questions

Assume students in a class are to finish their project. For this, the access to the Internet has also been given. To ensure maximum output i.e. timely completion, can you utilise Firewall to prevent distraction while surfing the net?

1beginner💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

Why is a computer considered to be safe if it is not connected to a network or Internet?

2beginner🧠 Remember2 marksShort Answer

What is a computer virus? Name some computer viruses that were popular in recent years.

3intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

How is a computer worm different from a virus?

4intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

How is Ransomware used to extract money from users?

5beginner🧠 Remember1 markShort Answer

How did a Trojan get its name?

6intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

How does an adware generate revenue for its creator?

7intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

Briefly explain two threats that may arise due to a keylogger installed on a computer.

8intermediate🔍 Analyze2 marksShort Answer

How is a Virtual Keyboard safer than On Screen Keyboard?

9intermediate💡 Understand3 marksLong Answer

List and briefly explain different modes of malware distribution.

10beginner🧠 Remember2 marksShort Answer

List some common signs of malware infection.

11beginner🧠 Remember2 marksShort Answer

List some preventive measures against malware infection.

12intermediate💡 Understand3 marksLong Answer

Write a short note on different methods of malware identification used by antivirus software.

13intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

What are the risks associated with HTTP? How can we resolve these risks by using HTTPS?

14beginner💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

List one advantage and disadvantage of using Cookies.

15intermediate🧠 Remember3 marksLong Answer

Write a short note on White, Black, and Grey Hat Hackers.

16intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

Differentiate between DoS and DDoS attack.

17intermediate💡 Understand2 marksShort Answer

How is Snooping different from Eavesdropping?