Foundations: Module 4 Flashcards
Antivirus Software
A program that finds and removes harmful software like viruses.
Database
A place where information is stored in an organized way.
Data Point
One small piece of information.
Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
A tool that watches for suspicious activity and warns if something seems wrong.
Linux
A free operating system that people can change and improve.
Log
A list that shows what happened on a computer or system.
Network Protocol Analyzer (Packet Sniffer)
A tool that checks and shows what data is moving through a network.
Order of Volatility
A list showing which types of data should be saved first before they disappear.
Programming
Writing instructions for a computer to follow.
Protecting and Preserving Evidence
Taking care of digital evidence so it doesn’t get lost or changed.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
A tool that helps find threats by collecting and reviewing computer activity logs.
SQL (Structured Query Language)
A language used to get and manage data in a database.
