Darrell Says That the Most Important Online Threat Today Is

question 120

Multiple Choice

Darrell says that the most important online threat today is identity theft,but Melissa disagrees and says that the biggest threat is from viruses and malware.Which of the following questions is the key point of debate between Darrell and Melissa?

• A) Do malicious online activities pose a major threat to computer users?
• B) Are most computer users are sufficiently conscious of the online threats that are present?
• C) Is identity theft or viruses the bigger online threat?
• D) Are businesses significantly affected by online fraud?
• E) Are consumers significantly affected by online fraud?

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