La cybersécurité
Example: La cybersécurité protège les données des utilisateurs contre les attaques.
Definition
"La cybersécurité" refers to the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, attacks, damage, or theft. It involves implementing measures and protocols to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital information.
Etymology
The term "la cybersécurité" combines "cyber," derived from the Greek word 'kybernetes' meaning 'steersman' or 'governor,' and 'sécurité,' which comes from the Latin 'securitas,' meaning 'safety' or 'security.' Did you know? The prefix 'cyber-' became popular with the rise of computer technology, emphasizing control and protection in the digital realm.
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"La cybersécurité" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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