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Chapter 16. Computer Security Fundamentals

16. Computer Security Fundamentals

Certification Objectives

701: 5.1 Explain the basic principles of security concepts and technologies
701: 5.2 Summarize the following security features: wireless encryption, malicious software protection, BIOS Security, password management/password complexity, locking workstation, and biometrics
702: 4.2 Implement security and troubleshoot common issues
Two-Minute Drill
Q&ASelf Test



Windows and other modern operating systems have a long list of security features. In addition, vendors update each OS as they discover new vulnerabilities. An entire multibillion-dollar industry has grown up to provide security products for home and business computers worldwide. It is a dangerous world out there, and today “out there” is everywhere.


  

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