Security: how safe is your data?

While security has always been an issue, the ability of organisations and individuals to keep their confidential data safe not only from prying eyes but also from attack is becoming an ever greater concern. The problem is becoming particularly marked as the world becomes more networked and companies conduct increasing amounts of business over the internet. Here we look at a range of issues that are starting to affect every one of us.

Written by Cath Everett

vnunet.com, 29 Jun 2000