Die Cybersicherheit
Example: Die Cybersicherheit schützt unsere Daten vor Hackerangriffen.
Definition
"Cybersicherheit" refers to the measures and practices designed to protect computers, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, or damage. It involves safeguarding digital information to ensure privacy, integrity, and availability against cyber threats.
Etymology
The word "Cybersicherheit" is a compound in German, combining "Cyber," derived from the Greek 'kybernetes' meaning 'steersman' or 'governor,' popularized in English as relating to computers and virtual environments, and "Sicherheit," meaning safety or security. The term reflects modern concerns about digital safety.
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"Die Cybersicherheit" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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