Network Security

Network Security

1. Remote access to your computer e.g in order to access personal or business data for financial gain

   • Install a firewall, A firewall is software that permits or blocks access to your computer based on rules you have set

2. Viruses – programs designed to damage your data and/or cause your programs to stop working. Some viruses can monitor your keystrokes and send details of your passwords to hackers. Some can self-replicate and spread

   • Install a firewall. Install anti-virus software and keep it up to date Only download files from trusted websites Never open email or attachments from strangers Use anti-virus software to scan memory sticks and CDs before you read them Don’t use pirate software Don’t visit file-sharing websites

3. Interception of personal data you send across the Internet

   • Use encryption

4. Illegal network access - to steal or corrupt data

   • Use authentication to prevent illegal access Use a strong password Use a Captcha test to protect against bots and DoS