AQA GCSE Computer Science · 8525

Security Measures Overview

What you need to know

Understand and explain common security measures used to detect and prevent cyber threats.
Explain the use of biometric measures as a security control, particularly concerning mobile devices.
Describe the implementation and importance of password systems and CAPTCHA (or similar verification systems).
Explain how email confirmations are used to verify and confirm a user's identity.
Understand the critical role of automatic software updates in mitigating security vulnerabilities.