What is confidentiality of information ? How do you ensure it ?

Confidentiality of information ensures that only authorized users get access to sensitive and protected data.

To ensure confidentiality of information, we must follow the following best practices:

1. Use firewall wherever possible to ensure only authentic users connect to the computer.
2. Control Browser settings to block tracking.
3. Browse privately whenever possible to avoid tracking by websites by not storing cookies.
4. Be careful while posting on Internet and avoid sharing personal information like address, mobile number, bank details, etc on public Internet sites.
5. Ensure safe sites while entering crucial information by checking for https and padlock sign.
6. Carefully handle emails by not opening attachments from unknown senders and avoid clicking on links contained in the email.
7. Do not give sensitive information on wireless networks.
8. Avoid using public computers while dealing with crucial data.