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What are the potential consequences of attacks by malicious actors on computer systems and networks?
What are the potential consequences of attacks by malicious actors on computer systems and networks?
Potential consequences include unauthorized information disclosure, theft of or damage to hardware, software, or data, as well as disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.
Why is cybersecurity considered one of the most significant challenges of the contemporary world?
Why is cybersecurity considered one of the most significant challenges of the contemporary world?
Cybersecurity is considered significant due to the complexity of information systems and the societies they support, as well as the far-reaching physical effects of large-scale systems that govern critical functions like power distribution, elections, and finance.
Explain the significance of computer security in today's world.
Explain the significance of computer security in today's world.
Computer security is significant due to the expanded reliance on computer systems, the Internet, wireless network standards, and smart devices, as well as the complexity of information systems and the societies they support.
What are some examples of wireless network standards mentioned in the text?
What are some examples of wireless network standards mentioned in the text?
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Name some of the smart devices that contribute to the significance of computer security.
Name some of the smart devices that contribute to the significance of computer security.
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