Network Security Connection

            Network security is very important in today’s world, and it will continue to be an essential part of the future of the cyber world. With each new technological advancement, there is a threat that arises that is set in motion to try and exploit that new technology. From the dawn of the first home computers, some seek to use those same systems with malicious intent. Cybercrime is the fastest-growing form of criminal activity (Vahid & Lysecky, 2017). The growing rate of cybercrime means there must be people at the forefront trying to protect against it and it starts with protecting networks as well as devices that are in use. Network security is a cornerstone to any computer database and this security needs to stay prepared for any cyber threat that will try to take advantage of its users.

           Having a reliable network requires having reliable hardware and that hardware needs to be protected as well. The hardware one must be using be safe for its users. Once a device is compromised it could spread to other devices and could be extremely costly if the devices are no longer salvageable. Having good network security can help keep these damages from happening and some can help implement that security for those that don’t know to do so. There are plenty of methods that one can use to provide protection and it starts with telling a device or program what to do. All devices and programs out there must be directed on how to operate so understanding computer language becomes part of the job for those in the field.  Those that study and master this technology have their work cut out for them when it comes to protecting the information traveling on that new technology.

There are programs out there being built for security and one of the most prominent ones is encryption programs. As technology continues to push the boundaries of the cyberworld so must the way we protect those that use it. In the new age of wireless networks, some see the threats that are on the horizon and are coming up with new ways of protecting the air service. Added layers of protection especially with encryption are needed to make sure that the information that is transported over the air arrives at both ends without being compromised (Gong et al., 2021). The more security measures that are provided to users to receive and send information makes those that are trying to take advantage of that information less of a threat. Those that provide a service on their network must make sure those that use their network are protected because it could ruin lives if their information is stolen.

From a hardwired network to a wireless network, network security is needed on all fronts. Computers have proven themselves an invaluable resource and these devices need to have that added layer of security for those that use them. Some seek to use these same devices for villainous purposes but some are doing the work to keep them from achieving that goal. The devices that are used throughout the world to help humans move forward need to be safe and reliable to continue to make the world better. This is the information age, and the information must continue to flow around the world safely.

 

References

Gong, X., Zhang, Q., Zhang, X., Xuan, R., & Guo, L. (2021). Security Issues and Possible Solutions of Future-Oriented Optical Access Networks for 5G and Beyond. IEEE Communications Magazine, Communications Magazine, IEEE, IEEE Commun. Mag, 59(6), 112–118. https://doi-org.proxy-library.ashford.edu/10.1109/MCOM.011.2100044

Vahid, F., & Lysecky, S. (2017). Computing technology for all. Retrieved from zybooks.zyante.com/