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© Wesley Fryer

It has been found that many users are not aware of the various network security risks prevalent in the online world. According to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), only 60 percent of internet users are aware of their network security settings and that is very problematic.
Most people do not know how to change their security settings and now dealers are supposed to provide guidance with the Wi-Fi equipment. Steve Wood- the head of Policy at the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) – says that most people are unaware of the network security risk and they simply operate that way. In a situation where people do not step outside without locking their front doors, they operate with minimum network security.
It allows easy access into the network and many people can use this to their own benefits. Moreover, the increase in internet traffic also reduces the speed of the user. This network security problem can easily be solved if people increase their network security. Cybercrime has turned out to be a pretty costly problem now.

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© Phil Roeder

It is important to realize that your smartphone is just as vulnerable to cyberattacks as your desktop or laptop computer. Around the world, consumers are adopting mobile technology at a rapid pace but few are aware of the wireless network security risks to mobile devices or how to guard against these risks.

For example, a network security company in Korea said that the 1.3.4 version of Kakao Talk, a popular mobile messenger service for smartphones, was found to have a security flaw that allows hackers to intercept messages when a WiFi network is used. Some basic security measures that all smartphone users should take include using only secure wireless networks and turning off the Bluetooth function when you're not using it. Be wary of multimedia messages and email attachments, put a password on your Internet connection, and don't illegally download from P2P file-sharing web sites.

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© Ian Muttoo

After the attack of hackers or hacker on PlayStation Network and Qriocity on April 20, Sony is busy investing in strengthening its network security. The attack proved how weak the network security of Sony is and now the million dollar company is busy fortifying the network security and offering free games and rewards to those customers who suffered because of this mishap.

The president admitted that they are working hard on improving their security network and is thankful and appreciative of the support the customers have been showing.

Not only this, but the Japan earthquake also increased the intensity of crisis that Sony was already in. According to reports, the company's main priority as of now is to toughen the network security and provide a secure online environment to the customers.

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