# Critical Thinking

Take about criticality and it's importance. Just because we've always done in this way doesnt mean we need to.

Attack surface

Close unused containers

Close unused ports

Uninstall unused software

Disable unused hardware

What is the difference between the two?

Security vs convenience

Privacy

The ability to control who can access our personal information and what they can see.

Security

The proactive measures we take to keep ourselves free from digital threats.

  
Obscurity  
  
When we self-host our own services, we remove ourselves from the more typical security threats. While OwnCloud may have software vulnerability, they are quickly patched. Actors more commonly attack large companies where more data can be taken. Unless specifically targeted, you are less likely to suffer a security breach

  
Two-Factor Authentication  
  
Passwords & Passphrases