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Cyber Security Fundamentals
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Cyber Security Fundamentals

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Which of the following is NOT a primary target of cyber security efforts?

  • Electronic systems
  • Servers
  • Mobile devices
  • Physical infrastructure (correct)
  • What is another name for cyber security?

  • Network administration
  • Data encryption
  • Software engineering
  • Information technology security (correct)
  • What is the primary goal of cyber security?

  • Developing new software applications
  • Increasing internet speeds
  • Improving user experience
  • Protecting against malicious attacks (correct)
  • Which of these is NOT considered a cyber security threat?

    <p>Hardware failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these best describes the scope of cyber security?

    <p>Applicable to various contexts, from businesses to mobile devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does cyber security primarily protect?

    <p>Devices, networks, and data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what contexts is cyber security applicable?

    <p>From mobile computing to business environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of cyber security?

    <p>Defending against malicious attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nature of cyber security?

    <p>It is focused on the protection of digital and electronic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common form of cyber security defense?

    <p>Regularly updating software and systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview of Cyber Security

    • Cyber security involves protecting computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks.
    • It is also referred to as information technology security or electronic information security.
    • Essential across various contexts, including business environments and mobile computing.

    Importance of Cyber Security

    • It protects sensitive information from unauthorized access and breaches.
    • Helps in maintaining the integrity and availability of systems and data.
    • Critical for safeguarding personal information, financial transactions, and corporate data.

    Contexts of Cyber Security

    • Applied in numerous fields, including healthcare, finance, government, and education.
    • In mobile computing, it addresses vulnerabilities specific to smartphones and tablets.
    • Businesses rely on cyber security to secure their operational frameworks and customer data.

    Overview of Cyber Security

    • Cyber security involves protecting computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks.
    • It is also referred to as information technology security or electronic information security.
    • Essential across various contexts, including business environments and mobile computing.

    Importance of Cyber Security

    • It protects sensitive information from unauthorized access and breaches.
    • Helps in maintaining the integrity and availability of systems and data.
    • Critical for safeguarding personal information, financial transactions, and corporate data.

    Contexts of Cyber Security

    • Applied in numerous fields, including healthcare, finance, government, and education.
    • In mobile computing, it addresses vulnerabilities specific to smartphones and tablets.
    • Businesses rely on cyber security to secure their operational frameworks and customer data.

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    Learn about the practice of defending computers, servers, and networks from malicious attacks. Understand the basics of information technology security and electronic information security.

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