Internet security

Internet security is a branch of computer security. It encompasses the Internet, browser security, web site security,[1] and network security as it applies to other applications or operating systems as a whole. Its objective is to establish rules and measures to use against attacks over the Internet.[2] The Internet is an inherently insecure channel for information exchange, with high risk of intrusion or fraud, such as phishing,[3] online viruses, trojans, ransomware and worms.

Many methods are used to combat these threats, including encryption and ground-up engineering.[4]

  1. ^ "What Is Internet Security? | McAfee". www.mcafee.com. Retrieved 2021-09-05.
  2. ^ Gralla, Preston (2007). How the Internet Works. Indianapolis: Que Pub. ISBN 978-0-7897-2132-7.
  3. ^ Rhee, M. Y. (2003). Internet Security: Cryptographic Principles, Algorithms and Protocols. Chichester: Wiley. ISBN 0-470-85285-2.
  4. ^ "101 Data Protection Tips: How to Keep Your Passwords, Financial & Personal Information Safe in 2020". Digital Guardian. 2019-12-16. Retrieved 2020-10-23.