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  • Unit 8: Security

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    Security is an important part of operating systems. There are many threats today to computer systems. This unit will begin with a brief overview of security issues, look at types of malware and discuss several security techniques, such as access controls, intrusion detection, and malware defense.

    Completing this unit should take you approximately 20 hours.

    • Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

      • discuss and identify types of security threats;
      • describe various types of malware; and
      • explain basic security techniques.