Which of the following is/are step(s) to help prevent computer infiltration by malicious software?

1. Users should never share or use their password on public unsecured devices.
2. Users should install a virus scanning program and regularly update it.
3. Users should refrain from updating their computers with security patches.
4. Users should be careful when opening e-mail file attachments and refrain from downloading applications from unknown sources.
a. 1 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 1, 2, and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

ANS: C
Users can take steps to help prevent computer infiltration by malicious software by doing the following: Users should never share or use their password on public unsecured devices. Users should regularly update their computers with security patches from authorized sources; Users should install a virus scanning program and regularly update it. Most importantly, users should be careful when opening e-mail file attachments and refrain from downloading applications from unknown sources.

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