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1
Select the true statement about network protocols.
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Using a protocol other than TCP/IP can result in data loss.
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Communication cannot take place unless the protocol is executed in the same
way on all devices.
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One function of a protocol is to decompress data when it is delivered to the
receiving computer.
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Computers that are distributed across a large geographic area need a special
protocol to resolve errors.
RATIONALE
A protocol is a system of rules that enables two or more entities (computer devices) in a
communications system to send and receive information. Communication cannot take
place unless the protocol is executed in exactly the same way on all devices.
CONCEPT
Introduction to Computer Networks
2
Kirby visited a sweepstakes website and agreed to download a new program.
Later, when he tried to use a word processing program, his document files
became corrupted.
How can Kirby try to remove the offending program and prevent
future attacks?
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Kirby should change the password on his computer.
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Kirby should run an antivirus program.
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Kirby should install a biometric reader.

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Kirby should use WPA network encryption.
RATIONALE
Kirby should try to remove the offending program by running an antivirus program. To
solve problems resulting from Kirby's risky online behavior, his computer should be
scanned to locate and eliminate viruses, malware, and spyware.
CONCEPT
Network Security
3
Select the true statement about COPPA.
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The COPPA regulations restrict a child's access to harmful content.
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The COPPA regulations apply to websites that collect information from children.
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The COPPA regulations state that websites may not collect information from
minors under the age of 13.
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The COPPA regulations require that parents of children under the age of 13 be
given instructions on how to maintain privacy.
RATIONALE
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) manages regulations that apply
to websites which collect information from children. The Act establishes criteria to be
used to determine whether a website or online service is directed at children. These
include the following: the subject matter of the site or service, its visual content, the use
of animated characters or child-oriented activities and incentives, music or other audio
content, the age of models, the presence of child celebrities or celebrities who appeal to
children, language or other characteristics of the website or online service, and whether
advertising promoting or appearing on the website or online service is directed at
children.