Chapter 6, 8 Flashcards
Which of the following forms of identity theft involves posing as a legitimate researcher to ask for personal information?
pretexting
With more and more people using technology, what physical health diagnosis is on the rise?
repetitive strain injury
_____ ensures that the person requesting access to a computer is not an imposter.
Authentication
How can you protect a computer from electrical spikes and surges?
Use a surge protector.
Emma downloaded a new game from an unfamiliar website. A few days later, Emma realized her system had been hacked and her credit card numbers were stolen. Without Emma knowing, what type of malware might she have downloaded to her computer?
A computer Trojan is a malware that hides inside another program, often downloaded from the web. It “masquerades” as performing a safe activity but instead does something malicious.
Cassidy is a medical assistant in a hospital and has access to many medical files. When she brings patients to the examining room, she can be observed swiping a card, typing in a password, and staring into what appears to be a camera, all attached to the computer. After completing her check-in, Cassidy leaves the patient in the examining room waiting on the doctor. It is important that she logs out of the system so the patient does not have access to the information stored in the hospital’s database. Based on Cassidy’s actions what systems do you think the hospital has in place to protect the patient medical records?
Biometrics
What is a digital certificate?
Technology used to verify a user’s identity
How can an attacker execute malware through a script?
A script can run a series of instructions to download and run malware.
Creating a(n) _____ means copying files from a computer’s hard drive and storing them in a remote location.
data backup
How does encryption work?
It scrambles the information until the key is used to unscramble it.
How is a worm different from a Trojan?
A worm spreads through a network, whereas a Trojan hides inside another program.
Which term refers to the science that specifies the design and arrangement of items you use so you interact with the items efficiently and safely?
Ergonomics
How does discarding computers in a landfill affect the environment?
Lead and mercury in computer parts are seeping into the ground and water supply.
What kind of software products can you download from the Internet without being subjected to copyright restrictions?
Public domain software
A software development team needs to upgrade a program, but the team members are having trouble understanding the program code and how it works. What could be the reason?
incomplete documentation
An growing organization needs to provide software to all of its current and future employees. Which of the following should the organization purchase?
Site license
Why should we use an uninstaller that comes with an operating system rather than the system’s file management program to delete the folder containing the program’s files to remove a software or app from a device?
An uninstaller removes the program files and any associated entries in the system files.
What do you call the rules each programming language has for writing instructions?
syntax
Which of the following tools translates the source code of a procedural program into binary code?
compiler
What type of security software prevents, detects, and removes malware that tries to collect personal information or change computer settings without your consent?
Antispyware
What type of program would have a class named Student with objects called fullTime and partTime?
object-oriented program
In which category of software do Microsoft Office Word and Excel belong?
Productivity
_____ is designed to prevent illegal distribution of movies, music, and other digital content, including programs and apps.
digital rights management
While starting an app, Ian received an error message indicating that the version was no longer supported. How can Ian resolve the issue?
Visit the manufacturer’s website and install the latest updates for the app.
During which phase of the SDLC is software tested to make sure each function works as intended?
all phases
Which type of programming language provides a graphical environment where the programmer uses a combination of English-like instructions, graphics, icons, and symbols to create code?
Fourth generation language
What type of software monitors all incoming and outgoing traffic for your computer and blocks suspicious activity?
antispyware
_____ is the process of creating programs and apps from the idea stage to distribution to users.
Software development
Movies, music, and other digital content can be illegally distributed. What laws or strategy are designed to prevent this illegal distribution?
Digital Rights Management
Alexis changed a few default settings on a program she was using on her computer. Afterward, however, she did not like the results and preferred to get it back to default settings. Unfortunately, Alexis does not remember exactly what she changed. Which of the following types of tools could help her in this scenario?
Restorers
Users of a new chat app reported many errors and bugs. What should the app developers release to solve the problems?
Service pack
When Russ opened a website on his browser, he saw an error that the site was not compatible with the browser version he was running it on. What tools could Russ use to troubleshoot this issue?
Patch finders
In which phase of the SDLC is the feasibility study done to determine if the project is worth pursuing?
Analysis phase
Which of the following is an example of an object-oriented programming language
Java
What area of software development focuses on the user’s reaction to and interaction with the software product?
User experience
What is the goal of a DevOps methodology?
to produce programs quickly and then offer continuous updates
Which type of software is copyrighted and distributed for free for a trial period, and then requires you to send payment to continue using the program?
Shareware
Which of the following translation tools does NOT produce or store object code but translates instructions statement by statement?
Interpreters
What defines the behavior of an object in object-oriented programming ?
Method
File transfer programs belong in what software category?
Communications
_____ are tools that track the memory usage, status, and errors of currently running software.
Process managers
Which of the following programming languages adds interactivity to websites?
JavaScript
A software company is working on a new project for a mutual fund organization. The client expects the scope of the project to be flexible; their goals are evolving and they needed to test the product as components are finished. Which type of project development methodology should be adopted?
Agile development
Designers use ___________, which are blueprints of different aspects of the program that also indicate how a user gets from one area of the program to another.
wireframes
Which commonly used programming language is used to manage, access, and search for database content?
SQL
Which software development method uses a linear, structured development cycle that completes each step before continuing to the next phase?
waterfall method
Which of the following does a software license usually specify?
number of people authorized to use the software
Che contracted with a software development team to create a program for his company. He wants to review the budget and schedule for the project every week. Which project team member should he contact for this information?
Project manager
The set of activities performed to build a program is called the _____.
software development life cycle (SDLC)
Meredith was using a spreadsheet app when it stopped responding and closed unexpectedly. What happened to the app?
a crash
During which phase of the SDLC does an app receive necessary maintenance, such as fixing errors or monitoring performance?
Support and security phase
Ned wants to use a programming tool that includes a source code editor, debugger, and compiler. What type of software should Ned select?
integrated development environment (IDE)
