Protective Measures Quiz - CBSE Class 10 ICT

Free practice quiz: Protective Measures (CBSE Class 10 ICT). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is a strong password?

   1. 123456
   2. password
   3. Qwerty12345!
   4. iloveyou
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   Answer: C. Qwerty12345!

   A strong password typically contains a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, making 'Qwerty12345!' the strongest among the options.

2. What is phishing?

   1. A type of fish
   2. A method to increase computer speed
   3. A technique to steal personal information
   4. A way to boost online gaming
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   Answer: C. A technique to steal personal information

   Phishing is a cyber attack that uses disguised communication to trick users into providing sensitive information such as passwords and credit card numbers.

3. What does the 'S' in HTTPS stand for?

   1. Simple
   2. Secure
   3. Server
   4. Static
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   Answer: B. Secure

   The 'S' in HTTPS stands for 'Secure,' indicating that the communications between the browser and server are encrypted.

4. What is the primary purpose of a security patch?

   1. Improve system aesthetics
   2. Increase system speed
   3. Protect against known threats
   4. Expand software capabilities
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   Answer: C. Protect against known threats

   Security patches are updates that fix vulnerabilities found in software, helping to protect systems from being exploited by attackers.

5. Which encryption algorithm is known for its longer keys and strength?

   1. DES
   2. RSA
   3. MD5
   4. SHA-1
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   Answer: B. RSA

   RSA (Rivest–Shamir–Adleman) is an encryption algorithm known for its strong security with longer keys compared to many other algorithms.

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