66. Pearson Edexcel GCSE (1CP2) Topic 5 Protecting digital systems and data

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EDEXCEL 1CP2 Specification Reference - Topic 5: 5.1.1 - 5.3.2

This video explores methods which can be used to protect digital systems and data such as anti-malware, encryption, acceptable use policies, backup and recovery procedures.

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00:00 Protecting digital systems and data
00:07 Intro
00:12 Methods of protecting digital systems and data
00:32 Anti-malware
01:05 Encryption
01:42 Acceptable use policies
02:32 Backup and recovery procedures
03:16 Recap
03:30 Outro

Last updated: 27.10.25

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• Topic 5 – Issues and impact