COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS

NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not an advantage of cyber security?
A
Minimizes computer freezing and crashes
B
Makes the system slower
C
Gives privacy to users
D
Protects system against viruses
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: The advantages are minimization of computer freezing and crashes, user privacy, and protection against viruses, worms, etc. Disadvantages include the system becoming slow, configuring firewalls correctly can be difficult, need to update the new software in order to keep security up to date.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sometimes implementing cyber security measures can be risky for individuals or businesses because they have to compromise their data. It also increases the risk of security breaches that result in loss of money, customer trust, and the company’s reputation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Cyber attacks can cause electrical blackouts, failure of military equipment, and breaches of national security secrets. They can result in the theft of valuable, sensitive data like medical records. They can disrupt phone and computer networks or paralyze systems, making data unavailable.

Detailed explanation-4: -Protects sensitive personal information. Protect private and Business data. Improves productivity. Provides a business continuity plan. Improve the overall security of an organisation. Let’s take a look at the impacts of Cyber Security: 19-Jan-2023

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