Question 2 - MCQ questions (1 mark each) - Chapter 13 Class 11 - Cyber Safety

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An antivirus software protects against  

(a) VIRUS attack  

(b) Phishing and pharming  

(c) Both (a) & (b)  

(d) None of these  

Answer:

[Cyber Safety] An antivirus software protects against - MCQ Class 11 - MCQ questions (1 mark each)

The Correct answer is (c): Both (a) and (b)

Explanation

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Antivirus software is designed to protect computers and devices from various security threats, primarily focusing on viruses (option a) and other types of malware. These can include phishing (option b) , which involves attempts to trick users into revealing sensitive information like passwords or credit card details, and pharming , which redirects users to malicious websites without their knowledge. 

 

So, the correct answer is (c) Both (a) & (b) 

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