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A good way to keep hackers out of a computer is to install a(n) ________.

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Currently, there are no antivirus programs for mobile devices.

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A(n) ____virus replicates itself onto a hard drive's master boot record.

Which type of hackers break into systems for the thrill or to show off their skills.

Computer ________ involves identifying, extracting, preserving, and documenting computer evidence.

Which is not one of the four key pieces of personal information you should protect from identity thieves?

A denial-of-service attack can be used to deny hackers access to a computer system.

Which of the following virus types changes its own code to avoid detection?

Computer forensics is used to collect evidence for use in courtrooms.

________ is the act of tricking people into revealing sensitive information and is often associated with credit card fraud.

________ floods a computer with requests until it shuts down and refuses to answer any requests for information.

Virtual private networks (VPNs) are secure networks that are established without using the public Internet infrastructure.

The most common kind of pretexting in cyberspace is ________.

You should use the same password for each system or website you need to access.

________ tries to convince you that your computer is infected.

Which type of backup ensures you capture a complete snapshot of everything that makes your computer run?

Data breaches are always intentional.

A virus signature is a portion of virus code that is unique to a particular computer virus.

________ alarm software is an inexpensive theft deterrent for mobile devices.

All of the following are top cybercrimes reported to the IC3 except ________.