Security A+

Security A+ covers essential concepts and practices in cybersecurity, preparing students for a career in protecting information systems.

Fundamentals of CybersecurityTypes of Threats and AttacksAuthentication and Access Control
Network Security and FirewallsEncryption and Data ProtectionIncident Response and Recovery
Setting Up Secure PasswordsRecognizing and Avoiding PhishingBacking Up Data
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Practical Applications

Backing Up Data

Protecting What Matters

Backing up data means making copies of important files so you don’t lose them if your device is lost, stolen, or hacked.

Ways to Back Up

  • Use external drives like USBs or portable hard drives.
  • Store copies in the cloud using services like Google Drive or Dropbox.
  • Schedule automatic backups so you never forget.

Why Backups Are Important

If something goes wrong — like a cyberattack or accidental deletion — backups help you recover quickly and easily.

Real-World Examples

  • A photographer backs up photos to both an external drive and a cloud service.
  • A business restores customer records after a ransomware attack using backups.

Examples

  • A student recovers their homework from the cloud after their laptop crashes.

  • A company retrieves important documents from a backup after a malware infection.

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