Network Security: Permanent Storage

Question 1

What are some security advantages of cloud storage?

Answer 1

• Many cloud services regularly back up your data
• Having data stored offsite prevents it from getting damaged
• Extra storage can be available in minutes

Question 2

What are some security disadvantages of cloud storage?

Answer 2

• If you are relying on a third party storage provider, then any damage to them is also damage to you
• Users have to assume that the storage provider is trustworthy
• Data stored on the internet can have the risk of other people intercepting it

Question 3

What is NAS?

Answer 3

(Network Attached Storage)

NAS is a hardware device that is connected to a network to provide file storage for any device connected to that network

Question 4

What are two disadvantages of NAS?

Answer 4

• Not changing a device’s default password

- Not updating the software running on the NAS

Question 5

What are 3 advantages of USBs?

Answer 5

• easy to transport
• cheap
• convenient to use

Question 6

What is a downside to USBs?

Answer 6

Large amounts of sensitive information can be lost and be accessed by others