Computer Fundamental Miscellaneous - Study Mode

[#311] Standardization of Microsoft programs and the Windows operating system has made the spread of viruses:
Correct Answer

(C) Easier

Explanation

Solution: The correct answer is Option C: Easier . Here's why: Standardization means that many computers use the same Microsoft programs and the Windows operating system. If a virus is designed to attack a specific version of Windows or a Microsoft program, it can spread very easily to many computers because they all have the same vulnerability. Think of it like this: if all houses have the same lock, and someone finds a way to open that lock, they can open all the houses easily . So, standardization makes it easier for a virus to spread . Option A is incorrect because standardization doesn't make spreading viruses more complicated. Option B is incorrect because standardization actually makes it easier, not more difficult, for viruses to spread. Option D is incorrect because the spread becomes faster, not slower.

[#312] HTML viruses infect:
Correct Answer

(B) A Web page in the HTML code

Explanation

Solution: HTML, Hypertext Markup Language, is the code that is used to structure a web page and its content. For example, content could be structured within a set of paragraphs, a list of bulleted points or using images and data tables.

[#313] Software programs that close potential security breaches in an operating system are known as:
Correct Answer

(D) Security patches

Explanation

Solution: A security patch is a software program that closes possible security breaches in the operating system.

[#314] When customers of a Web site are unable to access it due to a bombardment of fake traffic, it is known as:
Correct Answer

(D) A denial of service attack.

Explanation

Solution: The customers of a Web site are unable to access it due to a bombardment of fake traffic, it is known as A denial of service attack.

[#315] __________ is the measurement of things such as fingerprints and retinal scans used for security access.
Correct Answer

(A) Biometrics

Explanation

Solution: Biometrics is the measurement of things such as fingerprints and retinal scans used for security access. The physical characteristics, that can be used to identify individuals.