Library items tagged: security

Raising awareness

Anonymous
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 - 16:42
connections
network set-up
security
People are the most important component in any security system. Uninformed or unthinking users or administrators can make decisions for their own convenience that nullify all technical security measures. Aware and observant users and administrators can, however, reduce the likelihood and impact of security incidents even where only a few technical measures have been taken. Ideally organisations should aim to combine secure technology and security-conscious people into a truly robust system.
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Security policy

Anonymous
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 - 16:42
connections
network set-up
security
Organisations connected to JANET are required to comply with the JANET Security Policy, to protect the security of JANET and of their own internal networks. Further details are available in Section 9. JISC requires organisations with a Primary Connection to take responsibility for both the security of their own connection to JANET and the security of any Sponsored or Proxy Connections they provide. 
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Security

Anonymous
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 - 16:34
connections
network set-up
security
Isolated individual computers are relatively secure as long as their physical well-being is ensured and regular backups are carried out to protect the integrity of the data held. However, once computers are connected to a LAN or WAN, they become exposed to threats which may jeopardize their proper operation and the safety and privacy of the data held.
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Router security

Anonymous
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 - 16:03
routers
security
Simple Network Management Protocol Web-based Interfaces
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