Computer Security

Computer Security

1. Passwords

   • Should include alphanumeric mix
   • the most commonly used passwords are:
     • password
     • 123abc
     • 12345

2. Football playing APE

   • F: firewall
   • A: anti-malware
   • P: passwords
   • E: encryption

3. Anti-malware

   • Malicious software which can harm your computer is called malware
   • some examples of malware which can be removed by anti-malware:
     • Zombie
     • Trojan Horse
     • Worms
     • Virus
   • Scans your computer periodically for malware
   • Need to keep your computer updated regularly so it doesnt get threatened

4. Firewall

   • Controls which programs can send and receive data