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COMPUTER
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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: -File sharing can introduce risks of malware infection, hacking, and loss or exposure of sensitive information. Without proper security measures in place, the benefits of file sharing can be significantly outweighed by the potential for exposing your company’s sensitive data to new security threats.
Detailed explanation-3: -The easiest way to ensure the safety of your personal information while using file sharing applications is to be aware of what you send and what you attempt to download. Don’t send highly sensitive material through file sharing services. Similarly, be aware of the content you’re downloading.
Detailed explanation-4: -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