Introduction to Computing MCQs with Answers
Practice important Introduction to Computing MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 83
Q1221:
In cryptography, what is "key exchange"?
A. The process of encrypting data
B. The process of exchanging encryption keys
C. The process of decrypting data
D. The process of hashing data
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1222:
Which encryption method is typically faster for encrypting small amounts of data?
A. Symmetric
B. Asymmetric
C. Hashing
D. None of the above
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1223:
What is a key feature of AES encryption?
A. It uses public keys
B. It is asymmetric
C. It is a block cipher
D. It is a hashing algorithm
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1224:
Which of the following is a reason to use hashing in data security?
A. To encrypt data
B. To ensure data integrity
C. To compress data
D. To decrypt data
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1225:
What is a "brute force attack" in the context of encryption?
A. An attempt to decrypt data by trying all possible keys
B. A method to compress data
C. A way to generate public keys
D. A method to encrypt data
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1226:
Which of the following can be considered a secure key management practice?
A. Storing keys in plaintext
B. Using weak passwords for key access
C. Regularly rotating encryption keys
D. Sharing keys over email
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 84
Q1227:
What is the primary purpose of the US Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)?
A. Protect computer systems
B. Prevent data breaches
C. Combat digital piracy
D. Regulate Internet content
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 84
Q1228:
Which year was the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) originally enacted?
A. 1984
B. 1990
C. 1996
D. 2001
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1229:
Under the CFAA, what constitutes an offense?
A. Unauthorized access to a computer
B. Installing licensed software
C. Browsing publicly available websites
D. Using strong passwords
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 84
Q1230:
What is the penalty for violating the CFAA?
A. Fine
B. Imprisonment
C. Both fine and imprisonment
D. Community service
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1231:
The CFAA was amended by which act in 1996?
A. The Economic Espionage Act
B. The Electronic Communications Privacy Act
C. The Anti-Terrorism Act
D. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1232:
What kind of activities does the CFAA criminalize?
A. Hacking
B. Legitimate software usage
C. Government surveillance
D. Web development
Correct Answer:
A
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Q1233:
Which of the following is NOT covered under the CFAA?
A. Cyber espionage
B. Malware distribution
C. Unauthorized access
D. Lawful software development
Correct Answer:
D
Chapter: 84
Q1234:
The CFAA is enforced by which government agency?
A. FBI
B. CIA
C. NSA
D. Department of Homeland Security
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 84
Q1235:
What does the term "exceeding authorized access" mean under the CFAA?
A. Using a computer for entertainment
B. Accessing information you are not authorized to view
C. Writing a program
D. Downloading updates
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1236:
Which section of the CFAA deals with "fraud and related activity in connection with computers"?
A. Section 1029
B. Section 1030
C. Section 101
D. Section 1040
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1237:
Which of the following is a possible defense against a CFAA violation claim?
A. Lack of intent
B. Licensed software
C. Proper authorization
D. Compliance with federal laws
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 84
Q1238:
What is a major criticism of the CFAA?
A. It is too lenient on offenders
B. It criminalizes a wide range of behavior
C. It only protects government systems
D. It is outdated
Correct Answer:
B
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Q1239:
The CFAA is primarily focused on which type of crime?
A. Physical theft
B. Financial fraud
C. Cybercrime
D. Intellectual property theft
Correct Answer:
C
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Q1240:
How many times has the CFAA been amended?
A. 2
B. 5
C. 7
D. 10
Correct Answer:
B