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WAEC Data Processing 2023 Objective — Question 33

Question 33 of 40 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Data Processing 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The following precautionary measures are taken against virus infection except A. regular updating of antivirus.

  • A. regular updating of antivirus
  • B. downloading an e-mail attachment before scanning itCorrect
  • C. avoiding the installation of pirated software
  • D. avoiding booting the computer with disks in it

Explanation

Scanning of email attachments should be done before downloading, not after. Downloading an attachment before scanning it exposes the system to virus infection.

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