CYBER-WAR STUDENTS’ NOTES

1 Ref: THE WEEK, pg 52 & 53, 18

th February 2012

A. THINK FOLLOWING QUESTIONS : 1) How do you think the production of nuclear weapons around the world should be

controlled?

2) How do you think countries should be prevented from growing their nuclear arsenal?

B. MATCH THE SYNONYMS: 1. obscure a) inquire 2. authentic b) insane 3. probe c) indistinct 4. dapper d) add up 5. layman e) delay 6. demented f) genuine 7. tally g) amateur 8. confiscate h) multiply 9. stalled i) well-groomed 10. proliferate j) seize

C. MATCH THE COLLOCATIONS: 1. internationally a) geek 2. no apparent b) bunkers 3. computer c) technician 4. startling d) lauded 5. underground e) intact 6. unwitting f) up 7. rogue g) conclusion 8. remain h) reason 9. mock i) strikes 10. pre-emptive j) software

D. READ THROUGH THE ARTICLE AND ANSWER THE

FOLLOWING QUESTIONS : 1. Summarize the article with regards to the following:

a) What is Stuxnet and who designed it? b) How does it work? c) How was it discovered? d) What problems does it raise for the future?

2. How do you foresee a cyber-war playing out in the future?

PLC - A programmable logic controller (PLC) is a digital computer used for automation of electromechanical processes,

such as control of machinery on factory assembly lines, amusement rides, or light fixtures. PLCs are used in many

industries and machines. Unlike general-purpose computers, the PLC is designed for multiple inputs and output

arrangements, extended temperature ranges, immunity to electrical noise, and resistance to vibration and impact.

(www.wikipedia.com)

CYBER-WAR STUDENTS’ NOTES

2 Ref: THE WEEK, pg 52 & 53, 18

th February 2012

CYBER-WAR STUDENTS’ NOTES

3 Ref: THE WEEK, pg 52 & 53, 18

th February 2012

CYBER-WAR STUDENTS’ NOTES

4 Ref: THE WEEK, pg 52 & 53, 18

th February 2012

ANSWERS

B. VOCABULARY , MATCH THE SYNONYMS Answers: 1c, 2f, 3a, 4i, 5g, 6b, 7d, 8j, 9e, 10h

C. VOCABULARY , MATCH THE COLLOCATIONS Answers: 1d, 2h, 3a, 4g, 5b, 6c, 7j, 8e, 9f, 10i