Network Security Concepts

noun a reserve or substitute

verb to support or assist

adjective providing support or assistance

• It is recommended to create a backup of your important files regularly.
• Hey, don't forget to backup your photos before you delete them.
• I always make a backup of my stuff just in case things go south.
• Having a backup plan is like having a safety net for unexpected situations.

noun a word that is used only for a particular occasion or purpose

adverb not at the present time; not now

• The cryptographic nonce used in the encryption process must be generated securely.
• Make sure you use a unique nonce when encrypting the data.
• Don't forget to come up with a random nonce for the encryption.
• Like a key to a lock, the nonce is essential for securing the data.

noun the authority to represent someone else, especially in voting

• The company uses a proxy server to monitor and control internet traffic.
• I can access the website through a proxy so I can watch videos that are blocked at school.
• I'll ask my friend to be my proxy at the meeting so I don't have to go.
• The new CEO is seen as a proxy for change within the organization.

noun a network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge, e.g., to send spam messages

• A botnet is a network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge.
• I heard that a botnet was used to launch a massive cyber attack on that company.
• That hacker used a botnet to take down the website, what a sneaky move!
• The spread of misinformation online can be compared to a botnet, with false information infecting minds like a virus.

noun a professional who conducts penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in a system

• The company hired a penetration tester to assess the security of their network.
• My friend is a penetration tester and he gets to hack into systems for a living.
• I heard that dude is a wicked penetration tester, he can break into anything.
• Being a good writer is like being a penetration tester for your own thoughts, constantly probing for weaknesses.

noun a term that refers to a security measure or action taken to protect something

verb to make something secure or safe

• It is important to desecure the sensitive information before sharing it with others.
• Make sure to desecure your personal data before giving your phone to someone else.
• I always desecure my phone before letting anyone borrow it.
• She had to desecure her emotions before giving her presentation.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or gives more information about a noun

• The network administrator implemented absolute blocking of certain websites to enhance security measures.
• My parents have absolute blocking on my phone during study hours.
• I can't believe my boss has absolute blocking on social media at work.
• His stubbornness was like an absolute blocking of any compromise in negotiations.

noun A file extension used for Group Policy templates in Microsoft Windows environments.

• The admx file contains group policy settings for Windows operating systems.
• You need to make sure the admx file is updated for the latest Windows updates.
• I can't find the right admx file, can you help me out?
• The admx file is like the blueprint for how the computer should operate.

noun a copper or bronze coin of ancient Rome, originally one pound in weight but later reduced

• The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a widely used method for securing sensitive data.
• I always make sure to use AES encryption when sending important information online.
• AES is like a digital lock for your files, keeping them safe from hackers.
• The AES of cybersecurity is constantly evolving to stay ahead of cyber threats.