COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS

NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
pick two:theft of data is____.
A
stealing data from an individual or organisation with the intention to____.
B
obtaining information without the correct authorization in order to____.
C
gain an insight to the workings of another individual or organisation
D
profit from the information
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It can be said that it is a result of an accidental event or deliberate action to steal information from an individual or organization. For example, an employee could accidentally uncover sensitive data, or they could intentionally steal company data and share it with a third party.

Detailed explanation-2: -Data theft – also known as information theft – is the illegal transfer or storage of personal, confidential, or financial information. This could include passwords, software code or algorithms, and proprietary processes or technologies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Use a strong password and use encryption and security to hide your network from outsiders. The fewer people who can access the network, the lower your risk of data theft and viruses.

Detailed explanation-4: -Highlights: There are a number of ways identity thieves may obtain your personal information. Fraudsters may dig through mail or trash in search of credit card or bank statements. Unsecured web sites or public Wi-Fi may allow identity thieves to access your information electronically.

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