Computer Viruses - JSS3 Computer Studies Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is a computer virus designed to do?
Enhance system performance
Replicate and spread maliciously
Boost internet speed
Provide cybersecurity tips
Which of the following is an example of a computer virus that spread via email in 2000?
WannaCry
ILOVEYOU
Stuxnet
Mydoom
How can a computer virus be introduced into a system?
Through official software updates
Via secure websites
Infected email attachments, malicious websites, and software downloads
Through routine system maintenance
Which type of computer virus targets the boot sector of a computer's hard drive?
File-infecting virus
Macro virus
Boot sector virus
Ransomware
What is a common symptom of a computer virus attack?
Improved system performance
Rapid file creation
Noticeable slowdown in system performance
Increased storage space availability
Which measure helps protect against a virus attack by monitoring and controlling network traffic?
Antivirus software
Firewall protection
Regular backups
Updating software
What does updating the operating system and software regularly help prevent?
System slowdown
Enhanced performance
Security vulnerabilities
Data loss
What should users exercise caution with to reduce the risk of virus infection?
Secure websites
Email attachments from known sources
Official software updates
Unknown or suspicious email attachments
What type of viruses attach themselves to executable files?
Boot sector viruses
Macro viruses
File-infecting viruses
Ransomware
What does a noticeable depletion of available storage space indicate during a virus attack?
Enhanced system performance
Efficient file organization
Unauthorized access
A potential virus infection