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ZIMSEC A-Level Computer Science

4.3Protection, access control and authentication of data

Protection, access control and authentication of data in ZIMSEC A-Level 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. 4.3.1Evaluate the tools used to eliminate vulnerabilities (anti-virus, firewalls, anti-spyware).
  2. 4.3.2Carry out security administration tasks such as creating accounts and setting permissions.

Lessons

  • Protecting systems and data: accounts, authentication and defences

    55 min

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Protection, access control and authentication of data: sample question

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Which arrangement best follows the principle of least privilege in a school?

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