Cybersecurity Basics

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Usernames and Passwords

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Check user identity before granting access

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Access Levels

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Limit what each user can see or do

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Encryption

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Protect data by making it unreadable to unauthorized users

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Two-Factor Authentication

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Add an extra layer of security to logins

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Firewall

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Block unwanted or suspicious network traffic

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Antivirus Software

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Detect and remove malicious programs

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Audit Trails / Logs

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Track user activity and detect misuse

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Automatic Updates

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Fix known security flaws and bugs quickly

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Backup and Recovery

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Restore lost or damaged data

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Account Lockout

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Stop hackers by locking accounts after failed attempts.