How Can Data-Mining Be Used to Prevent Epidemics

question 12

Multiple Choice

How can data-mining be used to prevent epidemics?

• A) Data-mining allows us to find immunities to certain diseases by analyzing statistical anomalies.
• B) There may be enough data accessible through data-mining to be able to account for all variables; we may soon be able to predict the future entirely.
• C) Though nothing can fully prevent an epidemic, it allows us to gain a better understanding of the behavior of rapidly spreading diseases.
• D) It involves the monitoring and analysis of a variety of public health indicators that can provide early warning of an unusual outbreak of infectious disease.

Identify and describe common threats to information security, such as identity theft and ransomware attacks.

Recognize the role and types of information security controls, including preventative and responsive measures.

Understand risk management in the context of information security, including assessment, mitigation strategies, and the importance of ongoing risk evaluation.

Discuss the legal and ethical implications surrounding information security, particularly in the use of personal data and the liabilities of data breaches.

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