DEFINITION OF CYBER SECURITY

DEFINITION OF CYBER SECURITY

Cyber security refers to the body of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from attack, damage, or unauthorized access. Cyber security may also be referred to as information technology security

Cyber security vs. information security

Cyber security is often confused with information security:

  • Cyber security focuses on protecting computer systems from unauthorised access or being otherwise damaged or made inaccessible.
  • Information security is a broader category that looks to protect all information assets, whether in hard copy or in digital form

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