8D+Privacy+and+Security+Issues

8D Privacy and Security Issues Ellen, Katherine, Regan and Chiara

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1) Describe privacy and security issues related to information and communication technology (e.g.protection of credit card information; cookies; identity theft; spyware; cyber stalking);
Welcome to All About Cookies.org http://www.allaboutcookies.org/ ====Cookies are NOT viruses, Cookies use a plain text format. They are not compiled pieces of code so they cannot be executes nor are they self-executing. Accordingly, they cannot make copies of themselves and spread to other networks to execute and replicate again. Since they cannot perform these functions, they call outside the standard virus definition. Cookies CAN be used for malicious purposes though. Since they store information about a user's browsing preferences and history, both on a specific site and browsing among several sites, cookies can be used to act as a form of spyware. Many anti-spyware products are well aware of this problem and routinely flag cookies as candidates for deletion after standard virus and/or spyware scans.====

Cyber Stalking

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the repeated use of electronic communications to harass or frighten someone, for example by sending threatening e-mails. What is spyware? http://www.microsoft.com/security/pc-security/spyware-whatis.aspx

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With so many different types of malicious software being spread around the Internet, it is important to be aware of what spyware is and what it does. Spyware is a general term used to describe software that performs certain behaviors, generally without appropriately obtaining your consent first, such as: ===== Spyware is often associated with software that displays advertisements (called adware) or software that tracks personal or sensitive information.
 * Advertising
 * Collecting personal information
 * Changing the configuration of your computer

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Spyware is something that is designed to be difficult to remove. Some kinds of spyware make changes to your computer that can be the cause your computer to slow down or crash. These programs are able to change your web browser's home page or search page, or add additional components to your browser that is unnecessary and something that you do not want. Also, they make it difficult to change the settings back to the way they were before. =====

How to prevent spyware? The key in all cases is whether or not you (or someone who uses your computer) understand what the software will do and have agreed to install the software on your computer. A common trick that most people do is to covertly install the software during the installation of other software you want such as a music or video file sharing program. Whenever you install something on your computer, make sure you carefully read all disclosures, including the license agreement and privacy statement. Sometimes the inclusion of unwanted software in a given software installation is documented, but it might appear at the end of a license agreement or privacy statement. There are a number of ways spyware or other unwanted software can get on your computer.

2) Explain the importance of keeping information secure and confidential (e.g., through the use of passwords, encryption, biometric authentication, firewalls)
http://www.reputation.com/blog/privacy/top-ten-reasons-keep-your-personal-information-private

Top Ten Reasons To Keep Your Personal Information Private (Identity theft occurs when someone gains access to your personal information and pretends to be you online. Individuals who have accessed your personal data can retrieve your login information for various websites or commit cybercrimes such as fraud, all while posing as you) ( Many people feel completely safe when banking online, but protecting your banking information has never been more important. Cybercriminals can take your banking information and make unauthorized withdrawals and transfers.) ( If you post your vacation details on your public social media page your house could be awaiting break-ins and home robberies, because they know when you are on vacation. To prevent this you can make your social page private and/or post your photos when you get home.)
 * Personal identity theft
 * Banking information theft
 * Burglaries


 * Potential job opportunities
 * Maintaining your business online reputation
 * Credit card scams
 * Potential college placements for yourself or a family member
 * Safeguarding your insurance policy
 * Protection from lawsuits or legal issues
 * Medical benefit fraud

3) Analyse the form and potential impact of computer viruses;
A computer virus is an executable file or program that has the capacity to self-replicate as well as self modify within the system with its sole aim being disruption of the computer operation.

4) Explain how anti-virus software applications in a business environment enhance system security.
 Computer viruses

A computer virus is "a software that is designed to spread from one computer to another and to interfere with computer operation". A computer virus can delete data on your computer, use your email to spread itself onto other computers, or it could erase everything thing on your hard disk. Computer viruses are often spread by email or messaging. That's why it’s important to only open emails from people you know. Viruses can also be in the form of a video, greeting cards and images. Computer viruses can also be spread by clicking a link or downloading stuff on the internet. To avoid viruses, try updating your computer to the newest update and antivirus tools. Anti-virus software applications in a business environment can help enhance system security because it protects the computers from viruses, computer worms and trojan horses. In a business environment, it's important to have an antivirus software because you wouldn't want other companies to knowing your private information or having private stuff leaked all over the internet. By having an antivirus software it not only enhances your system security but it makes it easier to work.

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