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CompTIA 220-801 Certification Practice Test

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What is the generic term that defines a hacker going through your refuse to find critical information?
  1. Dumpster diving
  2. Refuse searching
  3. Refuse diving
  4. Dumpster searching
Explanation
Answer - A - Dumpster diving is the practice of sifting through commercial or residential trash to find items that have been discarded by their owners, but which may be useful to the dumpster diver.

Key Takeaway: Always shred any crucial hard copy data before disposing it in the dust bins.
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