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CS 305 Final Flashcards

1
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Where are most applications and commands stored in a Linux system?

A

/usr

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2
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Which directory holds the home directories for all users, typically named after their usernames?

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/home

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3
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What is the purpose of the /dev directory in Linux?

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Containing device files representing hardware

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4
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Which directory is often useful for investigations, storing e-mail accounts, and spooling print jobs?

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/var

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5
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Where are hashed passwords for the local system stored on a Linux system?

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/etc/shadow

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6
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What does the /etc/exports file in Linux contain?

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File systems exported to remote hosts

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7
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Which system file holds information about user logon and logoff history?

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/var/log/wtmp

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What is the primary purpose of the /etc/group file in Linux?

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Listing group memberships for the local system

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What is the purpose of the shadow password file in Linux?

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It holds hashed passwords securely.

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10
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What is the main purpose of UNIX distributions?

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To create a single, unified operating system

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11
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Which of the following is not a UNIX distribution?

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Ubuntu

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11
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What is the primary function of the kernel in a Linux operating system?

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Managing memory

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12
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Who is the inventor of Linux and maintains the official kernel?

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Linus Torvalds

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12
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How many main jobs does the kernel have?

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4

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13
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What do device drivers in the kernel do?

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Mediate between hardware and processes

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14
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Which command is used to check the kernel version in Linux?

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uname -a

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15
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In Linux, what can wrong capitalization of commands lead to?

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Rejection of commands as incorrect

16
Q

In the /usr directory, what does the bin subdirectory contain?

A

Binary files required at boot time

17
Q

Where are most system configuration files stored in a Linux system?

A

/etc

17
Q

What is the purpose of the /dev directory in Linux?

A

Containing device files representing hardware

17
Q

Where are most applications and commands stored in a Linux system?

A

/usr

18
Q

Which directory holds the home directories for all users, typically named after their usernames?

A

/home

19
Q

Which directory is often useful for investigations, storing e-mail accounts, and spooling print jobs?

A

/var

20
Q

Where are hashed passwords for the local system stored on a Linux system?

A

/etc/shadow

21
Q

What does the /etc/exports file in Linux contain?

A

File systems exported to remote hosts

22
Q

Which system file holds information about user logon and logoff history?

A

/var/log/wtmp

23
Q

Converting or saving graphic files from one format to another can:

A

Change the quality of an image

23
Q

What is the primary purpose of the /etc/group file in Linux?

A

Listing group memberships for the local system

24
Q

What is the purpose of the shadow password file in Linux?

A

It holds hashed passwords securely.

25
Q

Which type of program allows you to create, modify, and save graphic files?

A

Graphics editors

26
Q

Which of the following is NOT an example of a graphics editor?

A

Windows Photo Viewer

27
Q

Which of the following is a standard bitmap file format?

A

Portable Network Graphic (.png)

28
Q

Which file format is associated with vector graphics?

A

Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG)

29
Q

What is the purpose of using open standard graphics files in digital forensics investigations?

A

They are easier to work with

30
Q

Which type of program is best suited for just opening and viewing graphic files but not for editing them?

A

Image viewers

31
Q

Which of the following is NOT a standard vector file format?

A

Joint Photographic Experts Group (.jpeg, .jpg)

32
Q

What is highlighted as a common occurrence in digital forensics investigations regarding evidence analysis?

A

Defense attorneys asking for full recovery

33
Q

What factors determine the examination and analysis of digital evidence?

A

The type of investigation

34
Q

In a criminal court, what is the primary objective of the prosecutor?

A

Proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

34
Q

What is the primary consequence of scope creep in a digital investigation?

A

Expansion beyond the initial investigation scope

35
Q

What is the role of defense attorneys when the jury declares an individual guilty in a criminal court?

A

The defense attorney works to get a shorter or less harsh sentence

36
Q

According to the Prosecutor Attorney Job Description, what does a prosecutor represent in court?

A

Public safety interests

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