4. Cyber-security and Legislation 

Overview

Cyber-security protects digital assets from evolving threats including malware, hacking, and social engineering attacks. 

This topic examines various threat types—from denial of service attacks to sophisticated phishing schemes—and their impacts on individuals and organisations. You'll learn about prevention measures including physical security (biometrics, RFID) and logical protections (encryption, two-factor authentication). 

The topic also covers key UK legislation including Data Protection Act, Computer Misuse Act, and Copyright laws, ensuring you understand legal responsibilities in IT.