Cybersecurity is a big issue for computer users. There are many people looking to steal or damage programs and data on others systems. Its imperative for all computer users to protect their systems in as many ways as possible.

Make a response pertaining to computer operating environments and how they can be protected. Use the Additional Readings for some of your information. Points to address include the following:

• IP Packets and how they are filtered
• What a VPN is and why its important
• How the major firewall types function
• Data encryption
• User authentication