Cybersecurity Quote by James Clapper
“When the Internet was first - as an experiment and then when it - as it mushroomed, security was never an integral part of what the Internet was designed for. I mean, it just didn't - wasn't a consideration.”
About This Quote
Security was not a foundational consideration when the Internet was first created.
In simple terms: Internet design ignored security from the start.
Integrate security into tech design early.
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When to use this quote
- software development
- network architecture
- policy drafting
- product design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can security be built in from the start?
- What risks arise from early design choices?
Retrofitting security later can be costly and complex.