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Akansh Pandey (AP)
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Welcome to My Cybersecurity Journey: A Beginner’s Guide to Cybersecurity

Hi there! I’m Akansh, and I’m excited to start this journey of exploring cybersecurity with you. If you’re wondering what cybersecurity is and why it matters, you’re in the right place!

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What is Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is all about keeping our digital world safe. It means protecting our computers, phones, and personal information from online threats like hackers and malware. With more of our lives going digital, it’s important to know how to stay safe.
Basic Cybersecurity Terms
Here are some simple terms to help you understand cybersecurity better:
Threats: These are dangers that could harm your computer or steal your information, like viruses or phishing emails.
Vulnerabilities: Weak spots in your computer system that could be attacked. For example, using an old software version or a weak password.
Risk: The chance of a threat causing harm. Understanding risks helps us know which problems to fix first.
Protection Measures: Things you can do to keep your information safe, like using strong passwords and installing antivirus software.
Why Should You Care?
Cybersecurity affects everyone. Whether it’s keeping your personal information safe or protecting your work data, understanding cybersecurity helps you avoid problems like identity theft or losing important files.
What’s Coming Up?
In my future posts, I’ll share easy tips on how to spot scams, use passwords safely, and keep up with the latest in cybersecurity. My goal is to help you stay safe online with simple, practical advice.
I’d love to hear from you! If you have any questions about cybersecurity or topics you’re curious about, drop a comment or follow me for more tips. Let’s learn about keeping our digital lives secure together!
Thanks for joining me, and I look forward to sharing more with you!

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