network security

network security

1. fire wall

   • Used to stop data being sent out or received by the computer.
   • When you are playing games the firewall is open to allow you to connect with other players.

2. passwords

   • Passwords are needed to stop another person from logging on to your account.
   • This is important because it stops people from accessing private information.
   • passwords are helpfull to stop people from going on to social medias and wiritg comments about you that arnt true.

3. physical security

   • Can stop unwanted people from accessing the hardware.For example a lock.
   • Physical security allows people to keep the information and private details safe.

4. encryption

   • Used to scramble data being sent over a network so that it cant be read unless you have the key.
   • This is a good way to keep your personal information safe so other people cant get in to tour accounts.

5. user access level

   • differant users have differant privilages