OCSIA Knowledge Base

On this page you will find information covering a range of topics on cyber security, protecting your information and best practise when using computers and other electronic devices.

This page will be updated regularly and grow as we publish more information.

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Cyber Security Words & Phrases

There are a lot of terms used in the cyber security world which you may not use in daily life but, sure enough, behind the scenes the definitions in the two lists below are being used by cyber security specialists for all the technology and online services you use on a daily basis.

Familiarising yourself with these terms is a great starting point to better understanding some of the work that goes into securing your accounts and devices, and the threats that cyber security specialists (and you) have to face every day.

Cyber Security Safety Terms

Cyber Security Threat Terms