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Cybersecurity is the art of protecting networks, devices and data from unauthorized access or criminal use. It also is the practice of ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability of information.

It seems as though nearly everything depends on computers and the omnipresent internet now—communication (email, apps, texting), entertainment (interactive video games, social media, online shopping), transportation (navigation systems), health care (computers, mobile medical equipment, electronic prescriptions) and even our food supply (farming and distribution). This is why cybersecurity is so important to protect these essential services from attack.

For businesses, strong cybersecurity measures help protect against financial losses due to data breaches and prevent damage to the company’s reputation. For individuals, it can protect against malware erasing critical files and making unauthorized purchases using credit card numbers and other sensitive information.

Taking good cyber security measures like regularly backing up files, using multi-factor authentication and keeping software updated can greatly help in the battle against hackers. Encryption software is another handy tool because it makes it harder for thieves to read sensitive information by converting it into an unreadable code. This can be especially useful for remote employees who work from home or while traveling because it allows them to safely connect to public networks without exposing their personal information to snooping hackers.

For the future, cyber security is expected to continue to evolve and adjust to new threats. For example, the escalation of ransomware attacks will require cybersecurity teams to incorporate automation into their defense strategies. Additionally, cybersecurity will likely become increasingly intertwined with enterprise risk management (ERM).