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Disaster recovery planning includes developing recovery strategies in case of a disaster.
Disaster recovery planning includes developing recovery strategies in case of a disaster.
True
Effective network security stops all threats from entering or spreading on the network.
Effective network security stops all threats from entering or spreading on the network.
False
Anti-virus and anti-spyware are components of network security.
Anti-virus and anti-spyware are components of network security.
True
Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) are used in network security to identify fast-spreading threats.
Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) are used in network security to identify fast-spreading threats.
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Viruses are types of malicious software that infect computers by stealing sensitive information.
Viruses are types of malicious software that infect computers by stealing sensitive information.
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Worms infect other computers while remaining inactive on infected systems.
Worms infect other computers while remaining inactive on infected systems.
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Spyware is unwanted software that steals internet usage data and sensitive information.
Spyware is unwanted software that steals internet usage data and sensitive information.
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Every business should have a disaster recovery plan.
Every business should have a disaster recovery plan.
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Firewalls are used in network security to allow unauthorized access to the network.
Firewalls are used in network security to allow unauthorized access to the network.
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Spyware is a type of computer program that replicates itself by modifying other computer programs.
Spyware is a type of computer program that replicates itself by modifying other computer programs.
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Study Notes
Cybercrime and Cybercrime Laws
- Cybercrime describes crimes directed at computers, data, or information communications technologies (ICTs), and crimes committed by people using computers or ICT.
- Cybercrime is a global problem that requires a coordinated international response.
- The Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 in the Philippines aims to address legal issues concerning online interactions and the internet in the Philippines.
- The law includes cybercrime offences such as cybersquatting, cybersex, child pornography, identity theft, illegal access to data, and libel.
Types of Cybercrime in the Philippines
- Cybersquatting: acquiring a domain name in bad faith or with the intent to profit, mislead, destroy one's reputation, or deprive others from registering the same domain name.
- Computer-related forgery, fraud, and identity theft are also covered by the law.
Internet Safety Tips
- Use strong passwords
- Keep software updated
- Manage social media settings
- Avoid downloading unknown applications
- Strengthen home network
- Be aware that identity theft can happen anywhere
- Keep an eye on children's online activity
- Know what to do if you become a victim
Computer Ethics
- The 10 commandments of computer ethics:
- Thou shalt not use a computer to harm others
- Thou shalt not interfere with others' computer work
- Thou shalt not snoop around in others' computer files
- Thou shalt not use a computer to steal
- Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness
- Thou shalt not use proprietary software without payment
- Thou shalt not use others' computer resources without authorization
- Thou shalt not appropriate others' intellectual output
- Thou shalt think about social consequences of programming/designing
- Thou shalt always use a computer with consideration and respect for others
Intellectual Property
- Intellectual property refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, designs, brand names, and literary and artistic works.
- 4 types of intellectual property: patent, trademark, trade secret, and copyright.
Patents
- A patent grants property rights on an invention, allowing the patent holder to exclude others from making, selling, or using the invention.
- Eligibility: an invention must be new, involve an inventive step, and be industrially applicable.
- Term of protection: 20 years from the filing date of the application.
Trademarks
- A trademark is a special mark that differentiates goods and services of one entity from its competitors.
- Examples: slogans, logos, colors, or sounds.
- Trademarks may overlap with copyrights.
- Eligibility: distinctiveness of the mark is key.
- Term of protection: varies, but can be renewed.
Network Security
- Disaster recovery planning: performing risk assessment, establishing priorities, and developing recovery strategies in case of a disaster.
- Network security targets various threats and prevents them from entering or spreading on the network.
- Components of network security: anti-virus and anti-spyware, firewall, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
Common Methods of Attack
- Viruses: replicated by modifying other computer programs and inserting their own code.
- Worms: malicious software that infects other computers while remaining active on infected systems.
- Spyware: unwanted software that steals internet usage data and sensitive information.
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Description
Explore the laws and regulations surrounding cybercrimes in the Philippines, including the offences, penalties, and global implications. Understand the impact of cybercrimes on computers, data, information technologies, and the need for an international response.
