Question 1

Question 1Assertion (A): Viruses are malicious programs.Reasoning (R): Malicious programs are specifically designed to delete, block, modify or copy data in order to disrupt the performance of computers.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.ExplanationViruses are malicious programs designed to harm computer systems. A malicious program is a file or code, typically delivered over a network, that infects, explores, steals or conducts virtually any behavior an attacker wants.

Question 2

Question 2Assertion (A): An internet troll is a person who deliberately sows discord on the internet by starting quarrels or upsetting people.Reasoning (R): We can download and use any material available on the internet.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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A is true but R is false.ExplanationA cyber troll is a person who starts quarrels or upsets people on the internet by posing inflammatory, digressive, extraneous or off-topic messages to an online community with the intent of provoking readers into displaying emotional responses and normalizing tangential discussion, either for the troll's amusement or for a specific gain. We cannot download and use any material available on the internet, due to copyright issues and legal restrictions.

Question 3

Question 3Assertion (A): Social media are websites or applications that enable users to participate in social networking but they cannot create and share content with others in the community.Reasoning (R): We should not waste precious time in responding to unnecessary emails or comments unless they have some relevance for us.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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A is false but R is true.ExplanationSocial media refers to web and mobile technologies and practices that enable users to participate in social networking and share content, opinions, experiences, and perspectives online. We should avoid wasting precious time responding to unnecessary emails or comments unless they are relevant to us.

Question 4

Question 4Assertion (A): Cyberstalkers collect all personal information of the victim.Reasoning (R): Cyberstalkers post the email of the victim on numerous filthy, obscene or illegal websites.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.ExplanationCyberstalking is the use of the internet or other electronic means to stalk or harass an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization. Cyberstalkers gather personal information about their victims and post their email addresses on numerous filthy, obscene, or illegal websites to harass them.

Question 5

Question 5Assertion (A): Harassing a person using modern technologies like the internet is called cyber bullying.Reasoning (R): Cyberbullying is not a cybercrime.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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A is true but R is false.ExplanationCyberbullying is an attack on an individual or a group through the use of electronic means such as instant messaging, social media, email, and other forms of online communication with the intent to abuse, intimidate, or overpower. Cyberbullying is considered a cybercrime.

Question 6

Question 6Assertion (A): IT Act 2000 provides legal recognition to electronic commerce.Reasoning (R): IT (Amendment) Act 2008 provides additional focus on information security.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.ExplanationThe Information Technology Act, 2000 is the primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce. A major amendment was made to the IT Act in 2008. It introduced section 69, which gave authorities the power of "interception or monitoring or decryption of any information through any computer resource".

Question 7

Question 7Assertion (A): Cyber law is a generic term which refers to all the legal and regulatory aspects of the internet and the World Wide Web.Reasoning (R): Cyber law covers all aspects of transactions and activities on and concerning the internet, the World Wide Web and Cyberspace.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.A is true but R is false.A is false but R is true.

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Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.ExplanationCyber law is a broad term that encompasses all legal and regulatory aspects related to the internet and the World Wide Web. It includes various rules and regulations governing online activities, transactions, and interactions.

Question 8

Question 1Threat is a potential violation of security.

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