Introduction to Computing MCQs with Answers
Practice important Introduction to Computing MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 82
Q1181:
Which type of software is specifically designed to detect and remove viruses?
A. Firewall
B. Anti-virus software
C. VPN software
D. Encryption software
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1182:
What is a common method to protect data during transmission?
A. Data segmentation
B. Data compression
C. Data encryption
D. Data formatting
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1183:
Which protocol is commonly used to secure web traffic?
A. HTTP
B. FTP
C. SSL/TLS
D. SMTP
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1184:
How can users ensure the security of their passwords?
A. Use of easy-to-remember words
B. Regularly updating passwords
C. Sharing with trusted friends
D. Writing them down
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1185:
What does a VPN (Virtual Private Network) primarily provide?
A. Data encryption
B. Data compression
C. Secure remote access
D. Virus protection
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1186:
What is two-factor authentication?
A. A method of encrypting data twice
B. A technique to create two passwords
C. A security process requiring two different forms of identification
D. A way to bypass firewalls
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1187:
Which of the following is a method to protect against phishing attacks?
A. Using strong passwords
B. Avoiding opening suspicious emails
C. Installing anti-virus software
D. Encrypting data
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1188:
What is the purpose of a security patch in software?
A. To add new features
B. To fix security vulnerabilities
C. To improve user interface
D. To increase speed
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1189:
Which type of attack is prevented by using an Intrusion Detection System (IDS)?
A. Man-in-the-middle
B. Phishing
C. Unauthorized access
D. Denial of Service (DoS)
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1190:
What does SSL/TLS encrypt?
A. User passwords
B. Email content
C. Web traffic
D. File names
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1191:
Which of the following is a good practice for creating strong passwords?
A. Using personal information
B. Using long and complex combinations
C. Using the same password for multiple sites
D. Keeping passwords unchanged for years
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1192:
How does a digital signature help in ensuring data security?
A. By encrypting the data
B. By verifying the authenticity of the sender
C. By compressing the data
D. By converting the data into a different format
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1193:
Which security measure can help prevent brute force attacks?
A. Frequent data backups
B. Using CAPTCHAs
C. Regular system updates
D. Disabling firewalls
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1194:
What is the role of encryption in securing communications?
A. It hides the identity of the sender
B. It ensures data is only accessible by authorized users
C. It increases data transmission speed
D. It formats data for transmission
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1195:
What kind of software can help in detecting suspicious activity on a network?
A. Anti-virus software
B. Firewall
C. Intrusion Detection System
D. Data encryption software
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 82
Q1196:
Which practice can minimize the risk of data breaches?
A. Using outdated software
B. Regularly updating software
C. Sharing login credentials
D. Ignoring security warnings
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1197:
What is the main purpose of a security audit?
A. To identify vulnerabilities
B. To reduce costs
C. To enhance user experience
D. To increase system speed
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 82
Q1198:
Which of the following is a secure way to access a remote network?
A. Using public Wi-Fi
B. Using a VPN
C. Disabling firewalls
D. Using shared passwords
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1199:
What is the function of a CAPTCHA in online security?
A. Encrypting passwords
B. Preventing automated access
C. Compressing data
D. Blocking malware
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 82
Q1200:
How can data be secured when stored on cloud services?
A. By avoiding cloud storage
B. By encrypting the data
C. By sharing access with others
D. By using easy-to-guess passwords
Correct Answer:
B