Security Concepts for Tech+

Basic security revolves around the CIA Triad: - Confidentiality: Data accessible only to authorized users. Techniques: encryption, access control, network security (firewalls). - Integrity: Data is accurate and unaltered except by authorized processes. Mechanisms: checksums/hashes, digital signatures, strict access controls. - Availability: Information and resources available when needed. Measures: redundancy, backups, DDoS mitigation.

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3 lessons in this topic

CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

Understand: CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

Principle of least privilege and defense in depth

Understand: Principle of least privilege and defense in depth

Security frameworks basics (policies, procedures, guidelines)

Understand: Security frameworks basics (policies, procedures, guidelines)

Common mistakes to avoid

Jumping into advanced certification depth instead of staying at Tech+ recognition level.

Choosing a related term without checking the exact device, service, or user need in the scenario.

Memorizing isolated definitions without connecting them to simple workplace examples.