Computer Science - IT MCQs
Topic Notes: Computer Science - IT
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
What term refers to fraudulent attempts to acquire sensitive information by masquerading as a trustworthy entity?
Answer:
Phising trips
Phishing is a form of social engineering where attackers deceive individuals into revealing confidential data, such as passwords or credit card numbers.
2
What term describes the fraudulent practice of impersonating a legitimate entity to steal sensitive user information?
Answer:
Phishing scams
Phishing scams involve malicious actors sending deceptive communications, such as emails or messages, that appear to come from trusted sources.
3
Who is known as the · father ~ o·f - the microprocessor? '
Answer:
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4
What are attempts by individuals to obtain confidential information from you by falsifying their identity?
Answer:
Phishing scams
Phishing scams involve tricking individuals into revealing sensitive data like passwords or credit card numbers by impersonating a legitimate entity, often through fake emails or websites.
5
What is the common term used to describe the act of illicitly obtaining user passwords?
Answer:
Spoofing
Spoofing involves masquerading as a trusted entity or user to gain unauthorized access to data, such as passwords. While hacking is a broader term for unauthorized access, spoofing specifically refers to the deceptive practice of mimicking legitimate credentials or identities to trick systems or users into revealing sensitive information.
6
What term describes the fraudulent practice of sending deceptive communications to trick individuals into revealing sensitive personal information?
Answer:
Phishing scams
Phishing scams involve attackers masquerading as trustworthy entities to steal confidential data like passwords or credit card numbers. This is a common form of social engineering used in cyberattacks to compromise user security and privacy.
7
What is the specific term for the crime of gathering personal data to impersonate another individual?
Answer:
Identity theft
Identity theft is a serious crime where an unauthorized person collects and uses another individual's personal information, such as social security numbers or financial details, to commit fraud or other crimes while posing as that person. This differs from spoofing, which is typically a technical method of deception.