Analyzing the Security of Gaming Networks

 Analyzing the Security of Gaming Networks

The use of networks in order to play games is on the rise. A large amount of network traffic can be attributed to gaming. This is particularly true in university residence hall networks. However, there are a number of security concerns relating to online gaming that need to be addressed. The article Sony CEO Warns of “Bad New World”, sheds light on the emerging threats to gaming networks and applications connected on the Internet. For this discussion, identify one kind of security threat that can occur with gaming applications. Feel free to utilize the Internet in order to read about online gaming and security threats. What are some of the aspects gaming industry security designers need to consider in developing gaming applications? Can this threat be mitigated? In response to your classmates’ posts, discuss the social risks, if any, with online gaming. What are some of the best practices for an online gamer to avoid these security risks?