Objectives:

1. To understand the different security threats to computer systems and how to protect against them.
2. To be able to create functions that use parameters in Python.

Theory:

• PowerPoint Workbook

Practical:

• Worksheet
• Starter Program

Homework:

• Homework
• Week 5 Answers

Additional resources

• Cybersecurity presentation  – Prof. Furnell, Plymouth University (CAS link) – on same page is a useful resource from Axsied.
• Presentation on Cryptography and Resources – Duncan Maidens, Birmingham City University (CAS link)
• Growing up Digital – report by Children’s Commissioner Feb 2017 (link to PDF)
• Government information on cybersecurity
• Social Engineering video