NIH MeSH · D016494Information Science

Computer Security

Also known asSecurity, Computer · Cyber Security · Security, Cyber · Cybersecurity · Compromising of Data · Data Compromising · Computer Hackers · Computer Hacker · Hacker, Computer · Hackers, Computer · Computer Viruses · Computer Virus

Definition

Protective measures against unauthorized access to or interference with computer operating systems, telecommunications, or accompanying data; especially the modification, deletion, destruction, or release of data in computers. It includes methods of forestalling interference by computer viruses or computer hackers aiming to compromise stored data.

MeSH classification

  • L01.224.134
  • N04.452.910.200

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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D016494) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗