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3 things every IT security training session needs
Training users isn’t easy. Heck, even finding the time to do it is difficult. But the security awareness they bring out of a session will pay off if it leads to smarter behavior online.
How your peers boost security among users, staff
Improving security is a cooperative effort between users, IT staff and the top brass. And not every organization arrives at this goal the same way.
7 common mistakes that let hackers steal data
Businesses are leaving a lot of information open to cyber attackers. And that’s leading to IT security incidents with some serious financial consequences.
It’s just science: Users don’t pay attention to security messages
Thanks to a recent study, scientists may have confirmed what those in IT have long known: Users will most likely ignore security prompts that pop up on their screens.
56% of users get no security, policy training
Users can be your greatest asset or your biggest vulnerability when it comes to protecting data. Surprisingly, many IT pros are more than OK with letting their users slide to the liability end of the scale.
Are you really getting your money’s worth with trainers?
End user training is important, no doubt. It can keep users compliant, safe and, with any luck, cut down on the number and frequency of help desk requests. Unfortunately, IT just doesn’t always have the time and resources to devote to it.
Boosting security on a stagnant budget: It can be done
For some, this year brought an influx of funding for IT security projects. But what about the rest of us?
Most execs fear the IT talent shortage
Many companies are hiring IT pros now– but they’re having trouble finding people with the skills they need.
What is cloud computing? A guide for business leaders
Sure, everyone in IT knows at least the basic concepts of cloud computing and what the primary risks and benefits are. But that’s not always the case with people in the rest of the organization — and they’re often the ones making decisions about the cloud. Here’s a guide tech pros can pass on to […]