COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
SECONDARY STORAGE DEVICES
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Question
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You might be downloading malware.
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The person sharing the file can see your name and address.
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The person sharing the file will send you a bill.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -File sharing can enable bad actors to install or bundle viruses, worms, spyware, Trojan Horses or other malicious code into files. This is somewhat more common in peer-to-peer (P2P) networks, where it is more difficult to verify if the source of a file is trustworthy, but the risk can still penetrate organizations.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is dangerous to download files from the internet because of the proliferation of computer viruses, malware, harmful programs and other malicious content. When you download a file, you might also download a virus that could interfere with the normal operations of your computer.
Detailed explanation-3: -Potential Proprietary Data/Plagiarism Issues. Requires Sufficient Network/Bandwidth Speeds. Higher Risk of Files Being Shared Publicly. Increased Risk of Files Being Infected. 29-Oct-2020
Detailed explanation-4: -Use end-to-end encryption. Make sure your files are end-to-end encrypted. Choose a privacy-focused provider. Use strong passwords. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) Password-protect files. Set sharing time limits. Monitor file access. Use a VPN on public WiFi. 19-Dec-2022