Evolution and History of Information Security

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Computer Science - Information Theory

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Which ancient civilization is credited with the earliest known use of cryptography?

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What was the primary purpose of the Enigma machine during World War II?

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In which decade did the concept of computer viruses first emerge?

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Who is credited with creating the first known computer virus, the Creeper virus?

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What was the significance of the Data Encryption Standard (DES) established in 1977?

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Which event in 1988 marked one of the first major internet security incidents?

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What is the primary function of a firewall in network security?

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What development in the 1990s significantly advanced public key cryptography?

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Which legislation was enacted in 2002 to enhance the security of federal information systems in the United States?

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What is a zero-day vulnerability?

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