An operating system ____ a password for a given user, converting it into a representation that cannot be understood without the appropriate algorithm.

cracks
encrypts
decrypts
reverses


encrypts

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Transferring your files from your computer to a remote computer is called ____.

A. downloading B. reloading C. uploading D. keyloading

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A level is a position within a structure, such as an outline, that indicates the magnitude of importance.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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There are two parts to any storage system: the storage processor and the storage device. _________________________

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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An achievement in providing worldwide Internet security was the signing of certificates associated with which of the following protocols?

A. TCP/IP B. SSL C. SCP D. SSH

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