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1.6 systems security
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- 1what is malware?malware is just malicious software or malicious code.
- 2what is a computer virus?a computer virus is a form of malware that attaches itself to files like documents to replicate itself so it can spread.
- 3what is a worm?a worm is a form of malware that doesn't need a file or document to replicate it can do it on its own.
- 4what is a fire wall?a fire wall is a form of network security that prevents things that might contain malware on that network.
- 5what is anti-virus software?anti-virus is software that can detect and quarantine a virus so it doesn't cause anymore damage. once it is quarantined you can then get rid of it and attempt to repair any damage done.
- 6what is meant by file permissions?file permissions are when the admin of the network makes it so that only the appropriate people will be able to access sensitive or personal data.
- 7what is the back-up policy?the back-up policy makes sure that there is always a back-up of the data, E.G: in a school, so that in case data is lossed you have a back up to fall back on.
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- Flashcards on 1.6 systems security , created by samuel clubley on 21/01/2020.
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