Device Security: Anti-Malware, Firewalls, Patching, Physical Security, Safe Browsing. IT-FUNDAMENTALS-ITF-CERTIFICATION Practice Questions (Page 1)

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1. 1application · medium

   A user's computer is infected with a virus that spreads through email attachments. The user wants to prevent the virus from spreading to other computers on the network. What is the most important action to take?

   • AUpdate the operating system to the latest version.
   • BRun a firewall scan to detect the virus.
   • CChange the email password to prevent further emails.
   • DDisconnect the computer from the network immediately.
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2. 2application · medium

   A company is disposing of old hard drives that contain sensitive customer data. The company wants to ensure that the data cannot be recovered. What is the most secure method of disposal?

   • ARun a full system scan with anti-malware software.
   • BFormat the hard drives using a quick format.
   • CPhysically destroy the hard drives using a shredder or degausser.
   • DDelete all files and empty the recycle bin.
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4. 3application · medium

   A hospital stores patient records on computers in a shared office. The office is accessible to many staff, and the computers are left logged in when staff step away. The hospital wants to protect the data from unauthorized access while allowing quick access for authorized staff. What is the best combination of physical and logical security measures?

   • AInstall anti-malware software and update it daily.
   • BApply operating system patches to fix security vulnerabilities.
   • CRequire biometric authentication and enable automatic screen lock after a short period of inactivity.
   • DUse a firewall to block external access to the computers.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   What is a common result of failing to apply security patches to an operating system?

   • AThe system's hard drive becomes full
   • BThe system automatically disables the firewall
   • CThe system becomes more vulnerable to known exploits
   • DThe system loses all network connectivity
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6. 5application · easy

   An employee uses a company-issued laptop that runs an older version of an operating system. The IT department has not applied security updates for several months. The employee notices that the system is infected with ransomware. What is the most important reason why the IT department should have applied patches regularly?

   • APatches replace the need for anti-malware software.
   • BPatches make the firewall more effective at blocking traffic.
   • CPatches fix known vulnerabilities that malware can exploit to gain access.
   • DPatches improve the performance of the operating system.
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