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2nd Year Computer Chapter 9 TestCYBERSECURITY AND SAFE DIGITAL COLLABORATION

30 marks · 40 minutes · 21 questions. Covers: CHAP 9: CYBERSECURITY AND SAFE DIGITAL COLLABORATION.

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2nd Year Computer Chapter 9 Test

2nd Year · Computer · Punjab (PTB)

Name: ____________Roll No: ________Class/Section: ________Date: ________Total marks: 30Time: 40 minutes

Q1. Multiple choice questions (Attempt all · 10 × 1 = 10)

  1. How does antivirus software protect a system?

    1. By overloading external servers

    2. By creating fake websites to trick hackers

    3. By scanning files and removing viruses or malware

    4. By requiring physical fingerprint scans

  2. Why is documenting a security problem and its solution important?

    1. It automatically encrypts all saved files

    2. It unlocks ransomware-encrypted data without payment

    3. It helps prevent the problem from happening again

    4. It turns public networks into private connections

  3. The main danger of downloading unknown software is:

    1. Faster browsing

    2. Getting rewards

    3. Malware infection

    4. Extra storage

  4. What can copying online content without permission violate?

    1. Copyright laws

    2. Digital ethics

    3. Hardware guarantees

    4. Both a and b

  5. What tool should be installed to protect computers from malware?

    1. Antivirus software

    2. Read receipts

    3. Location sharing

    4. Public browser extension

  6. Which of the following are examples of secure collaboration platforms?

    1. Google Workspace and Microsoft Teams

    2. Instagram and WhatsApp

    3. Unsafe websites and fake links

    4. Antivirus tools and web browsers

  7. Which key principle is required by GDPR for handling personal information?

    1. Unlimited data retention

    2. Data selling without consent

    3. Forced account creation

    4. Transparency, consent, and access or deletion rights

  8. What makes older software versions an easy target for hackers?

    1. Two-factor authentication

    2. Security holes

    3. Antivirus tools

    4. Private settings

  9. Which challenge limits equal access to technology?

    1. Using multi-factor authentication

    2. Creating regular cloud backups

    3. Disabilities, language barriers, or lack of resources

    4. Using secure HTTPS protocols

  10. What should be avoided when creating a strong password?

    1. Symbols

    2. Personal details like names or birthdays

    3. Numbers

    4. Capital letters

Q2. Short questions (Attempt any 6 of 8 · 6 × 2 = 12)

  1. What does designing for equity and accessibility mean?

  2. Define data protection.

  3. How e-waste is created?

  4. Define digital entrepreneurship.

  5. Differentiate between the functions of an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Antivirus software.

  6. List three illegal activities covered under Pakistan's cybercrime laws.

  7. What can users control by customizing privacy and security settings?

  8. What serves as the first line of defense in protecting online data?

Q3. Long questions (Attempt any 2 of 3 · 2 × 4 = 8)

  1. Explain how technology helps entrepreneurs solve real-world problems. Also describe the concept of freelancing.

  2. Explain the key strategies for effective collaboration in a team.

  3. Explain different types of cyber threats such as viruses, phishing, ransomware, spyware, and DDoS attacks. Discuss how these threats can affect both individuals and organizations.