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Security in the Digital World

Security in the Digital World

SKU: 4864
Authors: Graham Day
Format: PDF
ISBN13: 9781849289627
Pages: 199
Published: 28 Nov 2017
Availability: Available
Format: ePub
ISBN13: 9781849289634
Pages: 199
Published: 28 Nov 2017
Availability: Available
Format: Audiobook
ISBN13: 9781787780910

This must-have guide features simple explanations, examples and advice to help you be security-aware online in the digital age. Learn how to:

  • Keep your information secure;
  • Put the necessary controls on your home network, protecting your family from cyber crime;
  • Prevent identity theft when shopping online or using contactless payment; and
  • Keep your children safe when using the Internet.
 

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Description

Protect yourself from cyber threats and risks

Cyberspace, the Internet, computer networks, the digital world – call it what you will – is always developing. And so are the threats and risks of being online.

Security in the Digital World explains the common digital threats to home users, home offices, mobile users, consumers and parents alike, as well as providing tips, advice and guidance. It doesn’t matter if you are working in the most mature enterprise environment, unemployed, retired or still at school, whether you often have a smartphone in your hand or only use an e-reader, you are at risk.

Security in the Digital World is a straightforward guide for the home user, parent, consumer and home office, providing a fountain of knowledge for modern security needs. It gives an overview of who conducts cyber attacks any why, and where cyber threats come from. It also explains what you can do to protect yourself and others, and provides a personal cyber security risk assessment.

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Deeper insight into threats in the digital world

This must-have guide gives up-to-date information on consumer risks and provides:

  • Ten tips to keep your digital information secure;
  • Understanding and awareness of information security and cyber threats;
  • Explanations of what social engineering is and techniques used by cyber criminals;
  • Advice on what to look out for online and your rights as a consumer; and
  • Guidance on common threats in the digital age, including malware, social engineering and ransomware.

There is little technical knowledge or skill needed to understand and apply the book’s tips and advice, and there are lots of images to help guide you.

From the top ten tips and the breakdown of consumer risks, to social networking and parental security, this book is an essential guide for anyone and everyone trying to stay safe and secure in the evolving digital world.


“Love the fact that it jumped in with 10 top tips for security, a great opening to the book… Excellent section on phishing emails/vishing/smishing, with great practical examples”

- Christopher Wright, CandA Consulting Ltd

Customer Reviews

(5.00)stars out of 5
Number of reviews: 1
1. on 14/12/2017, said:
5 stars out of 5
If you are new to security in the digital world, check out this new book, that I recently got my hands on. It’s an excellent starting point to learn more about the topic and its terminology. (michaelkummer.com)
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