Computer Security: Advantages and Disadvantages

Computer security is essential for every computer system. Users must make sure their anti-virus program and firewall are up-to-date. Advantages and disadvantages of computer system security are listed below. Please comment based on your experience with computer security.

Advantages:

• Protection from hackers
• Protection from fraud
• Protection from accidental download of viruses and other malware
• Protection from accidental download of spyware
• Protection from data corruption and theft

Disadvantages:

• Legal issues
• Social issues
• Ethical issues
• High cost of anti-virus programs
• Security programs take up space on a hard drive