What is a packet analyzer, and how is it used??

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Packet analyzers are devices or software placed on a network to monitor traffic. Most network administrators use them for increasing security and tracking bottlenecks. However, attackers can use them to get information covertly. Most packet ?analyzers work at Layer 2 or 3 of the OSI model. 

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The ____ panel stores the most frequently used colors.

a. Colors b. Swatches c. Adjustments d. Tools

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Mathematical operations and comparisons are performed in the ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Many of today’s personal computer systems ignore deadlock because ________.

a) the processor time required to check for deadlocks can significantly reduce system performance b) they do not perform many concurrent operations that could lead to deadlock c) the number of resources that operating systems must manage is decreasing dramatically d) all of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a database security measure?

A) Encrypt and password-protect a database B) Digitally sign and publish a database C) Distribute the database as a PDF file D) Save the database as an ACCDE file

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