Data Security

Data Security

1. Threats

   • Hackers = People who gain unauthorised access to a computer/network
   • Malware = computer programs either deliberately/accidentally installed on the computer cause harm
     • Viruses
       • Disrupt the workings of the computer
     • spyware
       • monitor the ways the computer is used
     • adware
       • monitor internet use and display adverts
     • phising
       • send false emails asking to send personal details
     • Spam
       • Junkmail

2. precautions