Overall Summary
This document covers OCR GCSE Computer Science 1.4 attacks and prevention, focusing on various forms of attack and methods to prevent them. It provides a comprehensive overview of key concepts in network security threats and solutions, including malware, social engineering, brute-force attacks, denial of service attacks, data interception, and SQL injection. The guide also details software-based security methods and physical security measures to protect computer systems.
- Explains different types of cyber attacks and their purposes
- Outlines prevention methods such as penetration testing, anti-malware software, firewalls, and encryption
- Provides definitions, examples, and prevention strategies for each attack type
- Emphasizes the importance of user education and strong security practices
