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K. A. CochranCybersecurity Essentialshttps://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-0432-8_8

8. Network Security: Safeguarding Digital Pathways

Kodi A. Cochran1  
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Infrastructure, WV Dept of Shared Administration, Charleston, WV, USA
 

Network security stands as a barrier, shielding the digital pathways that underpin our interconnected world. Its significance lies in its role as a safeguard, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data traversing the vast network infrastructure. As the digital world continues to expand and evolve, the need for robust network security measures becomes more pronounced, given the escalating sophistication of cyber threats. ...

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