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chapter 13

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1what is the meaning of Opportunist Threats?E.g where a computer has been left logged on & allows a person to view, delete & even infect a computer network.
2what is the example of Opportunist Threats?When a student leaves an ICT classroom without properly logging off, this allows another student to wreck someone's work or go on websites they shouldn't.
3what is the meaning of Computer Viruses?Small pieces of coding that infect computers and can cause systems to slow down or crash or delete files.
4what is the example of Computer Viruses?When viruses are sent through emails to people in your address book telling them to open attachments and download games or free software.
5what is the meaning of other Malware?This is a computer Virus that doesn't need to attach itself to an attachment.
6what is the example of other Malware?Can be sent through computer worms & Trajan horses.
7what is the meaning of Phishing?This threat attempts to gain access to peoples user details & other secret information.
8what is the example of Phishing?Usually done through emails supposedly from reputable organisation such as the government, banks, social networking sites or large private well know businesses.
9what is the meaning of Accidental Damage?This may be caused by natural disaster, mischief or accidental mishap.
10what is the example of Accidental Damage?flooding, fire damage, leaving laptops/tablet PC's equipment from a height etc.