Information has become valuable and special attention must be paid to the storage and processing of information. Proactive action can reduce data risks, such as data loss or leakage.
There is a wide variety of valuable information. It makes sense to consider which data loss or leakage would do the most damage to Metropolia. The risk of losing data can be reduced by backing up your most important files to multiple locations. The risk of leakage can be reduced by deleting unnecessary files from your computer and saving the files to a secure storage location and managing user permissions.
Important information may include:
- Passwords and usernames
- Project / project materials
- Health and other private information
- Financial information
- Files that contain a lot of information or work
- Thesis materials