Provide your response to the Essay Quiz questions.

1.   Explain the difference between a “hotfix” and a “service pack” and describe why both are so important.
2.   A new administrator needs some help creating a security baseline. Create a checklist/template that covers the basic steps in creating a security baseline to assist them, and explain why each step is important.

3.   Compare and contrast port scanning and ping sweeps.
4.   What is the best practice to employ to mitigate malware effects on a machine?

Please note that the requirement here is to write a 1 -2 (500 – 750 words) page paper. Be sure to include at least two reference sources. APA rules for formatting, quoting, paraphrasing, citing, and listing of sources are to be followed.