Integrity

In regard to data and network security, integrity defines the overall legitimacy of information. Several measures may be taken to ensure that it occurs. This may include physically securing network servers and terminals, restricting access to data, and practicing strong authentication protocols. Severs can be made only accessible to network administrators and authorized users - transmission media such as connectors and cables can be protected in a way that prevents them from being tapped - hardware devices and storage mediums can be protected from power surges and magnetism. This is very important as factors such as heat and dust can threaten the integrity of data as well. Other network administrative measures to ensure data integrity might include the following: actively maintaining levels of authorization for all users, documenting all system administration policies and procedures, and establishing data recovery plans for unexpected instances such as a power surge, server failure or virus outbreak.