112-12 Practice Test

• Explain what an operating system does and its security implications
• Identify threats to operating systems including malware and password attacks

• Apply security guidelines for Windows operating systems
• Use Windows security utilities including Defender, BitLocker, and UAC

Apply security guidelines for Mac OS X operating systems

• Apply operating system security checklists
• Identify guidelines for using public computers securely
• Locate resources on the internet for computer security

• Define what malware is and identify different types
• Recognize symptoms of malware infection
• Understand current malware trends and statistics

• Describe what antivirus software is and how it works
• Select appropriate antivirus software based on factors
• Install and configure antivirus software
• Test antivirus functionality and maintain security checklists

• Define internet security and identify threats
• Identify web browser threats and vulnerabilities
• Determine how to identify a secure website

• Apply safe instant messaging practices
• Implement child online safety measures
• Describe how to report internet crimes

• Describe what social networking sites are and their risks
• Identify security threats specific to social networking platforms

• Configure Facebook security and privacy settings
• Configure Twitter security settings
• Apply social networking security checklists
• Implement protections for minors on social media

• Describe email security concepts and email systems
• Identify email security threats including phishing, spam, and malicious attachments

• Implement email encryption and digital certificates
• Configure email client security settings
• Set up email filtering to protect against spam and phishing

• Define mobile device security and its importance
• Identify threats to mobile devices including Bluetooth, malware, and physical threats

• Secure iOS devices including iPhone and iPad
• Secure Android devices with appropriate settings
• Secure Windows Phone devices

• Identify and use mobile security tools
• Apply mobile device security checklists including Bluetooth security

• Define cloud computing and explain how it works
• Identify different types of cloud deployment models

• Identify threats to cloud security
• Describe precautions to take against cloud security threats

• Identify privacy issues faced in cloud environments
• Describe precautions for data privacy in the cloud
• Determine bases for choosing a cloud service provider

• Define what networks are and their types
• Explain the difference between Wi-Fi and Ethernet
• Describe home network setup and wireless network concepts

• Set up wireless networks and PC names in Windows 10
• Configure file sharing and printer sharing in Windows 10
• Set up Mac OS X networking including user accounts and sharing

• Identify threats to wireless networks
• Implement measures to secure wireless networks
• Apply home network safety checklists

• Define what data backup is and why it is necessary
• Determine what files to backup and how often
• Describe different backup types and strategies

• Perform backup and restore operations in Windows
• Perform backup and restore operations in Mac OS X

• Differentiate between deleting and permanent data destruction
• Describe data recovery tools and secure deletion methods

• Identify IoT devices and their security risks
• Implement countermeasures for IoT device risks
• Secure smart home systems and voice assistants
• Understand security concerns with IoT children's toys

• Identify gaming console security risks
• Implement measures to secure gaming consoles
• Set up parental controls on gaming platforms

• Define remote working and its security implications
• Explain why security is important in remote working
• Identify security risks specific to remote working

• Implement digital security measures for remote working
• Apply physical security practices in remote work environments
• Prevent social engineering attacks while working remotely
• Apply password protection best practices

• Apply Zoom meeting security best practices
• Apply Microsoft Teams security best practices
• Follow secure remote working checklists and do's and don'ts