General Knowledge Flashcards

Which encryption standard is commonly used to secure wireless networks today?

Answer: WPA2/WPA3

WPA2 and WPA3 are the current standards for securing Wi-Fi networks, offering strong AES encryption.

What is 'latency' in the context of networking?

Answer: The time delay between sending and receiving data

Latency is the time delay measured from when data is sent to when it is received, typically measured in milliseconds.

What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

Answer: Create a secure, encrypted connection over a public network

A VPN creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and a server, securing your data and masking your IP address.

In software development, what does 'API' stand for?

Answer: Application Programming Interface

An API (Application Programming Interface) defines rules and protocols for how software applications communicate with each other.

Which of the following correctly describes 'machine learning'?

Answer: Training computers to learn from data and improve performance without being explicitly programmed

Machine learning enables computers to learn patterns from data and make decisions or predictions without explicit rule-based programming.

What is the difference between a virus and a worm in cybersecurity?

Answer: A virus needs a host file to spread, while a worm can self-replicate and spread independently

A virus attaches to a host file and spreads when that file is shared, while a worm self-replicates and spreads across networks without a host.

In computing, what does 'GUI' stand for?

Answer: Graphical User Interface

GUI (Graphical User Interface) allows users to interact with software through visual elements like icons, buttons, and windows.