Security
Security refers to the protection of hardware, software, machines and networks from unauthorized access. Security measures include restricted access to machines and networks for certain employees or to prevent access by hackers. The degree of security of information systems largely determines society's confidence in the information contained in the systems.
glossary
Authentication, passwords, PINs, passphrase, security tokens biometrics, false negative, cryptographic hash, biometric enrolment, biometric samples, biometric template, access privileges, hacking, social engineering, key loggers, patches, fingerprinting tools, viruses, macro viruses, worms, trojan horses, spyware, rootkits, malware, botnets, drive-by downloads, javascript, activex, java, denial of service attack, spam, spam bots, spam filters, Web bugs, phishing, pharming, identity theft,
taken from Information Technology in a global society guide
taken from Information Technology in a global society guide