Online security mirrors real life one --- Undoubtedly, new technologies pose a higher level of sophistication in terms of the measures one has to take to secure networks and devices. However, a case can be made that regular “real life” measures still apply. As in the real world, you do not open your front door to a stranger (firewall) or just leave wide open your windows to your bedroom (strong passwords/encryption). Just like in the real world, it is a good idea to light your backyard (close all your ports), close the curtains when your are changing your clothes (vpn) and install some kind of security system, like proximity alerts or close circuit cameras (antivirus / proxies). Each one of these measures is “mirrored” in the online world with one program, device of service. We have to be aware of those and apply them like we do to our houses, property and offices.

Source author: Carlos García Delgrado cgarciad@sre.gob.mx