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8CHAPTER Cybersecurity. Courtesy of MaHa1/Shutterstock Cybersecurity Chapter Outline LESSON 1 Foundations of Cybersecurity LESSON 2 Principles of Cybersecurity and Computer Basics LESSON 3 National Cyber Policy ‘‘ Passwords are like underwear: make them personal, make them exotic, and change them on a regular basis. Overheard at SecureWorld Atlanta ’’ LESSON 1 Foundations of Cybersecurity Quick Write Think about the scenario in Matanuska-Susitna, how would your daily life be affected without having access to the internet for 10 weeks? Learn About • • • what is cybersecurity? vulnerability of US assets requirements of cybersecurity in protecting US assets Matanuska-Susitna (Mat-Su) is a remote region of Alaska the size of West Virginia with a population of approximately 100,000. The local government manages an animal shelter, ski chalet, ice arena, swimming pools, libraries, and various community outreach centers. They employ more than 300 people and have over 70 facilities. On the morning of July 23, 2018, employees began their day normally; but then, one by one, their computers began showing signs of malware. Malware is software that is designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unautho...