Acronym
What is ESD?
Electrostatic discharge (ESD).
A software that detects and removes malicious programs
Antivirus
You should do this to your software regularly to fix security flaws
Update it
A software that demands money to unlock your files
Ransomware
Physical network cabling and termination
Punch down tool
What does IP stand for?
Virtual Private Network
A barrier between a trusted network and untrusted networks
Firewall
Authentication method uses more than a password
Multi-factor authentication
Attack floods a system with traffic to make it crash
DDos attack
Air used to clean parts of a PC
Compressed Air Can
What does API stand for?
Application Programming Interface
Software that encrypts internet connections for privacy
VPN
Strong passwords should include these four elements
Uppercase, Lowercase, Numbers, and Symbols
Pretends to be someone you trust to steal information
Phishing
Test and verify that a network cable installation meets specific industry standards
Cable Certifier
What does DoS stand for ?
Denial of Service
Tool used by ethical hackers to test network vulnerabilities
Penetration Testing Tool
This type of connection should be avoided on public WI-FI without a VPN
Unecrypted connection
Malware that secretly gathers user info without consent
Spyware
A tool that removes the insulation from the outer jacket of cables
Wire Stripper
What is the acronym of a basic input/output system?
BIOS
Monitors and analyzes system activity to detect threats
IDS (Intrusion Detection System)
Backup method where data is copied and stored in a remote location
Cloud Backup
Vulnerability that is exploited before the developer knows about it
Zero-day exploit
Anti-static wrist strap or ground bracelet
ESD Wrist Strap