Importance of Cyber Security

Cyber security is important as it protects data from theft and damage^[1][2], prevents criminal use of networks, devices and data^[3], safeguards against the shift to cloud services^[4] and defends individuals from misinformation spread by attackers^[5].

1. Antivirus software: Antivirus software is designed to detect, prevent, and remove malware infections on individual devices.
2. Firewalls: Firewalls are security systems that monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. They can help to prevent unauthorized access to a network.
3. Encryption: Encryption is the process of converting plain text data into a coded form that can only be accessed by someone with the decryption key. It helps to protect data from being accessed by unauthorized parties.
4. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): 2FA is a security process in which a user provides two different authentication factors to verify their identity. This can include something the user knows (e.g., a password), something the user has (e.g., a security token), and something the user is (e.g., a fingerprint).
5. Security Awareness Training: Security awareness training helps users understand security threats and how to identify and prevent them. It is an important aspect of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.
6. Network Segmentation: Network segmentation involves dividing a network into smaller, isolated segments to limit the spread of potential threats.