Cybersecurity
What does VPN stand for?
Virtual Private Network
What is the basic unit of data in computing?
A bit
What does HTML stand for?
HyperText Markup Language
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
What does AI stand for?
Artificial Intelligence
What is the purpose of two-factor authentication?
Adds an extra layer of security beyond just a password
What does an IP address do?
It identifies a device on a network
Which programming language is known for its snake logo?
Python
What component stores temporary memory for active programs?
RAM – Random Access Memory
What is the purpose of blockchain technology?
To create a secure, decentralized ledger of transactions
What kind of cyberattack tricks users into providing personal information?
Phishing
What type of internet connection uses light pulses to transmit data?
Fiber optic
What is an algorithm?
A set of instructions for solving a problem or performing a task
What is the main difference between an SSD and an HDD?
SSD is faster and has no moving parts, while HDD uses spinning disks
What technology powers virtual reality (VR) experiences?
Head-mounted displays and motion-tracking sensors
What is Ransomware?
A type of malware that locks or encrypts files and demands payment to unlock them
What is the difference between IPv4 and IPv6?
IPv6 allows more unique IP addresses due to its longer address format
What is the purpose of a loop in programming?
To execute a block of code repeatedly based on a condition
What type of port is commonly used to connect monitors to computers?
HDMI or DisplayPort
What is the difference between AR and VR?
AR overlays digital elements onto the real world, while VR creates a fully immersive digital environment
What does HTTPS stand for?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure and it ensures encrypted and secure communication on websites
What does DNS stand for, and what is its function?
Domain Name System and it translates website names into IP addresses
What does "open-source" mean in software development?
Code is publicly available and can be modified by anyone
What is Moore’s Law?
The observation that computing power doubles approximately every two years
What are quantum computers?
Computers that use quantum bits for advanced computations beyond classical computers