A user connects a personal laptop to the office network to access the internet. The office network uses a firewall to protect internal resources. The user reports that they can browse the web but cannot connect to the office file server. What is the most likely reason?

The web browser is configured to use a proxy that blocks file server access.

The firewall is blocking the file server port, which is not allowed for the user's device.

The laptop's operating system is outdated and cannot connect to modern file servers.

The laptop's anti-malware software is interfering with the file server connection.

A user frequently visits public Wi-Fi networks at coffee shops. The user wants to reduce the risk of eavesdropping on their online activity. What is the most effective practice?

Only visit websites that have a padlock icon.

Turn off anti-malware software to speed up browsing.

Use a virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt traffic.

Disable the firewall on the device.

What is the purpose of securely disposing of old hard drives that contain sensitive data?

To prevent unauthorized individuals from recovering the data

To reduce the weight of the computer

To comply with software licensing agreements

To make the hard drive faster for reuse

Which of the following is a safe browsing practice to avoid phishing attacks?

Using the same password for all online accounts to simplify login

Verifying the URL of a website before entering personal information

Disabling the browser's pop-up blocker to view all content

Clicking links in emails from unknown senders to see where they lead

What is the primary purpose of anti-malware software on a personal computer?

To detect, block, and remove malicious software such as viruses, worms, and trojans

To speed up the computer by removing temporary files

To prevent unauthorized access to the network by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic

To encrypt files so that only authorized users can access them

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