Network Security

Network Security

Password
1. Alpha Numeric Mix.
  1. A password must be made up of a range of letters and numbers.
2. Under 12 6 plus charcters.
3. Over 12 8 plus characters.
4. personal passwords make it easier to hack into.
Anti-Virus
1. An anti-virus can stop any virus, zombie or worm from affecting your PC.
2. It scans the computer periodically.
3. Protects malicious software.
4. Used when a program is trying to connect to another network.
Encryption
1. Encryption is when you have power on your device and you have an numeric pin.
2. you encrypt a message if you don't want someone to know something.
3. You encrypt a message by using a cipher.
4. You decrypt a message by using a key.
Firewall
1. A firewall can control what goes into your computer and what can't go in.
2. Controls data packets.
3. Needs updating regularly to make sure that it knows the latest threats.
4. Should be used on email attachments.
5. Should be used when downloading new software.

Resource summary

	Created by Megan Gear almost 7 years ago