List five good information security practices that prevent attacks on the desktop.

What will be an ideal response?

Good information security practices that prevent attacks on the desktop, such as:
·      Keeping antivirus software up to date
·      Using spyware detection software
·      Working with systems administrators to keep the operating system and applications up to date with patches and updates
·      Not opening suspect e-mail attachments
·      Avoiding social engineering attacks by not providing critical information over the phone or e-mail
·      Not downloading and installing unauthorized software or software from untrusted sources
·      Protecting passwords and classified information

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The difference between a web app and a mobile app is that the program code for Web apps _________, whereas mobile apps are stored on the handheld device, so they have to be ___________.

A. arrives only when you use the app, downloaded and installed B. is downloaded and installed, retrieved from the cloud C. is downloaded and installed, retrieved only when you use the app D. none of the above

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