Information Technology Reference
In-Depth Information
Chapter 11
Network and Internet
Privacy and Security
Learning objectives
Network and Internet
Security Concerns
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Understand the basic concepts of computer security
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Identify common threats when using a computer on a network
Network and Internet
Privacy Concerns
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Identify various malware programs
Strategies for Improving
Security
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Recognize the importance of securing personal data
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Develop strategies to make a computer more secure
You learned how
computers are connected via networks and the Internet in
Chapter 8, “Networking and Internet Basics.”
Computers connected in this way
are vulnerable to a range of malicious activities. These machines are at risk for
attacks that can cause poor performance or destroy data, or can cause users to
become victims of fraud or identity theft.
In this chapter, you will learn about some of the threats that exist when using
networks and the Internet, and about some of the precautions you can take to
protect yourself and your computers from exposure.
