Syllabus
Considerations for network security; 11 GEN
- use of a firewall
- virus protection
Background
For a network to work correctly it needs to be protected from attack.
Firewall
- is a security item to protect a computer
- it stops attackers from getting to your computer
- on a home computer you can turn on firewall protection
Virus Protection
- anti virus software is essential these days to prevent hackers getting to your home computer
- keep the software updated regularly
- turn off your computer if you are not using it
- avoid sites which are known to have viruses, eg file download websites such as free game sites, porn sites, torrent sites, Facebook
- never click a link in an email from someone you don't know
For You To Do
- Make a list of the 5 worst websites for viruses.
- Explain how you can turn on firewall protection on your home computer.
- Explain how you can avoid getting viruses on your computer.
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