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Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science

5.3Cyber security

Cyber security in Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 5.3.1Describe how a range of cyber security threats are carried out and what they aim to do.
  2. 5.3.2Explain how a range of solutions help keep data safe from these threats.

Lessons

  • Authentication and access control

    30 min

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  • Cyber attacks and computer crime

    35 min

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  • Firewalls, proxy servers, SSL and safe habits

    35 min

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  • Malware and anti-malware software

    30 min

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Sample question

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Cyber security: sample question

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Which of these is the strongest password?

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Turn Cyber security into a strength.

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