COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS COMPUTER SECURITY
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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true
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false
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Never leave passwords near your computer or in plain sight. Use different passwords for various online activities because if one password is compromised, all will be compromised. Never share your password. If given a choice to set up a password “hint” on an account, do not choose something others can easily guess.
Detailed explanation-2: -You should never share your password or another individual’s password for the following reasons: Your unique IPFW username and password is your identity in the digital world. Sharing passwords at the workplace is the same as giving away a personal identity.
Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following statements is/are true about password? a)The secret code that gives you access to some programsb)It is a type of functionc)It helps to increase the speed of executiond)Both (A) and (C)e)None of theseCorrect answer is option ‘A’.
Detailed explanation-4: -Password security is important because passwords are the first line of defense against cybercriminals and their unauthorized access to your personal data.
Detailed explanation-5: -This of course is a direct violation of the IT security policy. A user’s Active Directory (AD) password is unique to them and is not known by anyone else unless they share it, overtly or inadvertently.