Description: This guide aims to take the reader form a general understanding of computers and networking to an understanding of the issues and risks involved in Internet Security.

Very few of the issues discussed depend solely on specific computing software or hardware products. Instead we will concentrate on the likely risks to your data and the best practice measures to prevent your data being changed or stolen.

The guide firstly presents the potential risks of using unsecured computer systems to intentionally spread fear, uncertainty and doubt at the outset. The next section then defines Internet security, which also encompasses Information security in an overall holistic approach, before giving an overview of the current legislation that any company dealing with information/data on computer systems must take into account. The guide then moves on to discuss some of the ways in which your computer systems can be compromised. Finally, best practice recommendations to protect your computer systems are given.