Computer security, or cybersecurity, refers to the protection of computer systems and sensitive information from harm, theft, and unauthorized use. It employs methods similar to those used for safeguarding other valuable equipment, including the use of serial numbers, locks, and alarms. This document outlines the basic principles and means of protecting computer hardware.

1. FOR INTERNAL USE
What Is
Computer
security?

2. FOR INTERNAL USE
What is computer
security?
Computer security, also called
cybersecurity, is the protection of
computer systems and information
from harm, theft, and unauthorized
use. Computer hardware is typically
protected by the same means used
to protect other valuable or sensitive
equipment—namely, serial numbers,
doors and locks, and alarms.