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Author Archives: Mark Kelly
iPhone 4S Security
The release of the iPhone 4S caused quite a stir because it was not what everyone was expecting. Many of the pundits were boldly pontificating about advanced new features that would be introduced via “iPhone 5″. Instead they got the … Continue reading
Free antivirus software – How effective is it?
Are you tired of paying for commercial antivirus software? Antivirus software providers are savvy about turning the cost into a required annual financial outlay to allow you to continue to receive current antivirus signatures. I always anted up the cash … Continue reading
Posted in Security Software
Tagged Antivirus, Avast antivirus software, Free antivirus software
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Information security issues can lead to bankruptcy
Information security is often an after thought at best for many small to midsize businesses. DigiNotar, a Dutch certificate authority, is a great case study on what can go wrong when adequate information security controls are not put in place. … Continue reading
Information Security Insurance
Information security insurance is designed to protect an individual or business against the risk of possible loss due to information security incidents. Similar to other forms of insurance the policy holder pays a monthly/annual premium to the policy issuer for … Continue reading
Best ipad 2 leather cases
The classic look of leather is a great way to protect your ipad 2 with style. iPad 2 cases are a great way to minimize the chances of your ipad cracking if it suffers an unexpected drop. A case can … Continue reading
Posted in iPad Security
Tagged Best ipad 2 leather cases, ipad 2 cases, ipad 2 leather cases
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How to run an incident management process
The primary purpose of an incident management process in the IT operations or security fields is to quickly restore normal service operations to minimize the impact on normal business operations. Here is a rundown of a typical incident response situation: … Continue reading
How to update PHP to support WordPress version 3.2.1
When a new WordPress version comes out I always like to wait 3-4 weeks to allow for sufficient burn in with the assumption that any major bugs will be corrected by the time I upgrade. One of my cardinal rules … Continue reading
How to perform a root cause analysis?
The purpose of a root cause analysis in either the IT operations or information security fields is to gain insight into the source(s) of a problem with the goal of preventing recurrence. A root cause analysis should be performed after … Continue reading
Posted in Incident Management, IT Operations
Tagged Incident Management, IT Operations management, RCA, RCCA, Root cause analysis
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iPad, iPad 2 and iphone screen privacy – Options to protect your screen and keep busy bodies at bay
Are you tired of trying constantly repositioning the angle of your ipad, ipad 2 or iphone to prevent busy bodies from seeing what you are doing? Traveling in tight quarters … Continue reading
Posted in iPad Security
Tagged iPad 2 Privacy, iPad 2 screen privacy, iPad 2 Security, iPad Security
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10 Information Security Lessons Everyone Should Know
Information security is an afterthought to most people left to the domain of nerds and professionals. This is a big mistake that could have major ramifications for your financial, social or emotional well being. Identity theft, financial loss, time wasted, … Continue reading
