protect application and system application 50 questions with choice
1. Which of the following is not a type of system application?
a) Web browsers
b) Antivirus software
c) Device drivers
d) Email clients

2. What is the purpose of a firewall?
a) To prevent unauthorized access to a network or computer
b) To clean and optimize the system registry
c) To schedule routine maintenance tasks
d) To enhance the speed of the internet connection

3. Which of the following is a security feature commonly found on mobile devices?
a) Biometric authentication
b) Packet filtering
c) Safe mode
d) Command prompt access

4. What is the purpose of encryption?
a) To convert plaintext into ciphertext to protect sensitive data
b) To optimize system performance
c) To uninstall unwanted software
d) To increase network bandwidth

5. Malware is short for which term?
a) Malicious software
b) Malfunctioning hardware
c) Management software
d) Marketing tool

6. Which of the following is an example of a vulnerability that hackers can exploit?
a) Weak passwords
b) Updated antivirus software
c) Regular system backups
d) Frequent software updates

7. Which of the following is not a recommended password practice?
a) Using common words or phrases
b) Using a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols
c) Changing passwords frequently
d) Using unique passwords for each account

8. What is the purpose of antivirus software?
a) To detect and remove malware from a computer system
b) To block unauthorized access to a network
c) To optimize system performance
d) To configure network settings

9. Which of the following is not a type of malware?
a) Ransomware
b) Spyware
c) Adware
d) Firewall

10. What is the purpose of a virtual private network (VPN)?
a) To provide a secure connection and protect data in transit
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance video streaming quality
d) To access blocked websites

11. Which of the following is a form of social engineering attack?
a) Phishing
b) Antivirus scanning
c) Firewall configuration
d) Password cracking

12. What is the purpose of a password manager?
a) To securely store and generate strong passwords
b) To remove malware from a computer system
c) To optimize system performance
d) To configure network settings

13. What is the purpose of a spam filter?
a) To block unwanted emails from reaching the inbox
b) To optimize system performance
c) To download files faster from the internet
d) To unzip compressed files

14. What is the purpose of a backup system?
a) To create copies of important data and protect against data loss
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To remove unwanted software

15. What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?
a) To add an extra layer of security by requiring a second form of authentication
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To diagnose system errors

16. Which of the following is a common physical security measure?
a) Biometric authentication
b) WPA2 encryption
c) Antivirus software
d) Security cameras

17. What is the purpose of a rootkit?
a) To gain unauthorized access to a system and hide its presence
b) To optimize system performance
c) To transfer data faster over a network
d) To clean and optimize the system registry

18. Which of the following is a precaution against malware?
a) Keeping software and operating systems up-to-date
b) Using a weak password
c) Disabling antivirus software
d) Sharing login credentials with others

19. What is the purpose of a content filter?
a) To block websites or content deemed inappropriate or unsafe
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To enhance the speed of the internet connection

20. Which of the following is not a recommended security practice?
a) Sharing login credentials with others
b) Using a secure, encrypted Wi-Fi network
c) Disabling unnecessary system services and ports
d) Regularly backing up important data

21. What is the purpose of a sandbox environment?
a) To test software in a secure and isolated environment
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To clean and optimize the system registry

22. Which of the following is not a recommended network security practice?
a) Using a firewall to block unauthorized access
b) Using a secure Wi-Fi network with WPA2 encryption
c) Disabling automatic updates for software and operating systems
d) Changing default usernames and passwords for routers and modems

23. What is the purpose of a VPN client?
a) To connect to a virtual private network
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance video streaming quality
d) To remove unwanted software

24. Which of the following is not a recommended email security practice?
a) Clicking on links or attachments from unknown or suspicious senders
b) Using a strong, unique password for the email account
c) Enabling two-factor authentication
d) Regularly deleting spam and phishing emails

25. What is the purpose of a honeypot?
a) To attract and identify attackers and study their tactics
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

26. Which of the following is a precaution against social engineering attacks?
a) Being cautious of unexpected or unsolicited emails, phone calls, and messages
b) Disabling antivirus software
c) Sharing login credentials with others
d) Deactivating two-factor authentication

27. What is the purpose of a biometric authentication system?
a) To verify a person’s identity using unique physical characteristics
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To diagnose hardware issues

28. Which of the following is not a recommended practice when connecting to public Wi-Fi?
a) Using a virtual private network (VPN)
b) Avoiding logging into sensitive accounts or making financial transactions
c) Sharing login credentials with others
d) Disabling file and printer sharing

29. What is the purpose of a vulnerability scanner?
a) To identify and assess security vulnerabilities in a system or network
b) To optimize system performance
c) To transfer data faster over a network
d) To clean and optimize the system registry

30. Which of the following is a type of denial-of-service attack?
a) Ping flood
b) Malware infection
c) Password cracking
d) Biometric authentication failure

31. What is the purpose of a security policy?
a) To establish rules and guidelines for maintaining security and preventing data breaches
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

32. Which of the following is not a recommended physical security measure for a computer system?
a) Storing backups in a secure, off-site location
b) Keeping the system in a locked room or cabinet
c) Leaving the system unattended in a public place
d) Using a cable lock to secure the system to a desk or wall

33. What is the purpose of a intrusion detection system (IDS)?
a) To monitor network traffic and identify suspicious activity or attacks
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To clean and optimize the system registry

34. Which of the following is not a recommended practice for securing a home Wi-Fi network?
a) Disabling WPA2 encryption
b) Changing default usernames and passwords for routers and modems
c) Disabling unnecessary services and ports
d) Enabling a firewall

35. What is the purpose of a security audit?
a) To assess security risks and vulnerabilities in a system or network
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

36. Which of the following is a type of phishing attack?
a) Spear phishing
b) Virus phishing
c) Firewall phishing
d) Password phishing

37. What is the purpose of a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) system?
a) To prevent the unauthorized loss or leakage of sensitive data
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To diagnose hardware issues

38. Which of the following is not a recommended Software as a Service (SaaS) security practice?
a) Enabling two-factor authentication
b) Sharing login credentials with others
c) Regularly backing up data
d) Using a reputable provider with a secure connection

39. What is the purpose of a security patch?
a) To fix security vulnerabilities in software and operating systems
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

40. Which of the following is a type of firewall?
a) Network firewall
b) Voltage firewall
c) Bandwidth firewall
d) Time firewall

41. What is the purpose of a session token?
a) To store and transmit information between server and client during a session
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To detect malware infections

42. Which of the following is a type of access control system?
a) Mandatory access control
b) Virus access control
c) Firewall access control
d) Password access control

43. What is the purpose of a security incident response plan?
a) To establish a set of procedures for responding to security incidents and data breaches
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

44. Which of the following is a form of network security protection?
a) Intrusion prevention system (IPS)
b) Virtual machine (VM)
c) Optical disk drive (ODD)
d) Print driver (PD)

45. What is the purpose of a secure socket layer (SSL)?
a) To encrypt data in transit between a client and server
b) To optimize system performance
c) To enhance the speed of the internet connection
d) To diagnose hardware issues

46. Which of the following is not a recommended email security practice?
a) Using a secure, encrypted email provider
b) Regularly scanning for and removing malware from attachments
c) Disabling two-factor authentication
d) Avoiding clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown or suspicious senders

47. What is the purpose of a digital certificate?
a) To verify the identity of a website or organization and establish a secure connection
b) To optimize system performance
c) To increase network bandwidth
d) To diagnose system errors

48. Which of the following is not an example of user account management?
a) Password policies and requirements
b) File and folder permissions
c) Antivirus scanning and cleaning
d) Two-factor authentication

49. What is the purpose of a security awareness training program?
a) To educate users on security risks, best practices, and policies
b) To optimize system performance
c) To diagnose hardware issues
d) To enhance the speed of the internet connection

50. Which of the following is not a recommended security practice for mobile devices?
a) Using a strong PIN or password to unlock the device
b) Enabling remote wiping in case of loss or theft
c) Disabling automatic updates for software and operating systems
d) Using antivirus and malware scanning software. tell me the above all answers