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Prevention Methods

Revise Prevention Methods in Network Security for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 18 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still pick up marks when it appears in mixed-topic papers.

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The Security Castle

Introduction2

Network Security Overview

Key Facts3

Security Methods

Comparison4

Deep Dive: Firewalls

Deep Dive5

Deep Dive: Encryption

Deep Dive6

Deep Dive: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Deep Dive7

Deep Dive: Access Control

Deep Dive8

Deep Dive: Penetration Testing (Pen Testing)

Deep Dive9

Exam Tips

Notes10

Memory Tricks

Notes

Sample Flashcards

Sample Questions

What is the primary purpose of a firewall?

  • A. To encrypt data sent over a network
  • B. To monitor and filter network traffic using rules
  • C. To scan files for viruses and malware
  • D. To create strong passwords for user accounts
1 markfoundation

Explain how penetration testing can improve the security of a network.

3 marksstandard

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