To Protect Computer Systems from E-Mail Viruses and Hoaxes

question 27

Multiple Choice

To protect computer systems from e-mail viruses and hoaxes,

• A)open attachments and then command your computer to scan them for virus activity.
• B)forward questionable messages to the e-mail administrator.
• C)forward all emailed warnings to those in your address book just in case the threat is real.
• D)keep in mind that unsolicited e-mails with an ".exe" extension are usually safe to open.

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Definitions:

Fixed-Interval

In operant conditioning, a fixed-interval schedule is a reinforcement pattern where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed, leading to a response pattern where actions are more frequent as the time for reward approaches.

Punishment

An event that decreases the behavior it follows.

Negative Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when removed after a behavior, increase the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.

Generalization

The process of applying the outcome of a particular instance to a broader range of similar instances.