Cybersecurity

3. A copy of important files kept in case the originals are lost or damaged.
5. A security barrier that monitors and controls network traffic.
7. A type of malicious software that can copy itself and spread to other files or computers.
9. Two or more computers or devices connected so they can communicate or share resources.
10. A device that directs data between computers and networks.
13. Address A number used to identify a device on a network.
14. The process of proving that you are who you claim to be.
15. Software designed to harm, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to a computer.

1. A person who uses computer skills to access or manipulate systems.
2. A secret word or combination of characters used to access an account.
4. A scam that tricks people into giving away information through fake messages or websites.
6. The practice of protecting computers, networks, and information from attacks.
8. Turning information into a coded form so unauthorized people cannot read it.
11. A name used to identify a person when logging into an account.
12. A security system that helps block unwanted network traffic.