General Technology and Digital Literacy Flashcards
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What does the acronym 'URL' stand for?
Answer: Uniform Resource Locator
URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is the address used to access a resource on the internet.
Which of the following is an example of an operating system?
Answer: Windows 11
Windows 11 is an operating system made by Microsoft that manages computer hardware and software resources.
What is 'phishing' in the context of cybersecurity?
Answer: A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy source
Phishing is a cyberattack technique where attackers disguise themselves as trustworthy entities to steal credentials or personal data.
What does 'cloud computing' refer to?
Answer: Storing and accessing data/programs over the internet instead of a local hard drive
Cloud computing means delivering computing services — storage, databases, servers — over the internet on demand.
Which file extension is commonly associated with a PDF document?
Answer: .pdf
The .pdf extension identifies a Portable Document Format file, which preserves formatting across devices.
What is the primary purpose of a firewall in a computer network?
Answer: To monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules
A firewall acts as a security barrier that monitors and filters network traffic to block unauthorized access.